Pistachio Lemon Breakfast Bread

Wake up to a burst of citrusy sunshine and nutty crunch!

✨ Description:

Bright, zesty, and irresistibly moist, this breakfast bread blends the vibrant flavor of fresh lemon with the rich, buttery crunch of pistachios. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an anytime treat, this loaf is a ray of sunshine on your plate.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 1 teaspoon baking powder

• ½ teaspoon baking soda

• ¼ teaspoon salt

• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened

• 2 large eggs

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• ½ cup plain Greek yogurt

• Zest of 2 lemons

• Juice of 1 lemon

• 1 cup shelled pistachios, roughly chopped

Instructions:

1. Preheat & Prepare
   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients
   In a large mixing bowl, whisk together:

   • Flour

   • Sugar

   • Baking powder

   • Baking soda

   • Salt

3. Cream Wet Ingredients
   In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter until light and fluffy.
   Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each is fully incorporated.
   Stir in the vanilla extract, Greek yogurt, lemon zest, and lemon juice until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

4. Combine Wet & Dry
   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, folding gently with a spatula or wooden spoon.
   Do not overmix — just stir until the flour disappears.

5. Add Pistachios
   Gently fold in the chopped pistachios, reserving a small handful to sprinkle on top, if desired.

6. Bake
   Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
   Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

7. Cool
   Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

⏱️ Timing:

• Prep Time: 15 minutes

• Baking Time: 45 minutes

• Total Time: 1 hour

️ Servings & Nutrition:

• Servings: 10 slices

• Approximate Calories per Serving: 230 kcal

Tips & Variations:

• Add a Glaze: Drizzle with a simple lemon glaze (1/2 cup powdered sugar + 1–2 tbsp lemon juice) for extra sweetness and shine.

• Extra Zing: Add ¼ teaspoon of lemon extract for a more intense lemon flavor.

• Nut-Free Option: Swap pistachios with blueberries or omit nuts entirely.

Why You’ll Love It:

• Zesty citrus brightness ☀️

• Moist and tender crumb

• Satisfying pistachio crunch

• Perfect with tea or coffee ☕