Key Lime Bread Recipe

Name: Key Lime Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2/3 cup butter, softened; 2 cups sugar; 4 large eggs, room temperature; 2 tablespoons grated lime zest; 2 tablespoons Key lime juice; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 3 cups all-purpose flour; 3 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 cup whole milk; 1 cup chopped walnuts; 2/3 cup confectioners' sugar; 1 to 2 tablespoons Key lime juice

Servings: persons

2/3 cup butter, softened
2 cups sugar
4 large eggs, room temperature
2 tablespoons grated lime zest
2 tablespoons Key lime juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup whole milk
1 cup chopped walnuts
2/3 cup confectioners' sugar
1 to 2 tablespoons Key lime juice

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs. Beat in lime zest, juice and vanilla. Combine flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition. Fold in walnuts.
2
Transfer to 2 greased 9x5-in. loaf pans. Bake 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.
3
Combine confectioners' sugar and enough lime juice to reach desired consistency; drizzle over warm bread. Cool completely.
4
Do not make glaze. Securely wrap cooled loaves in foil, then freeze. To use, thaw at room temperature. Prepare glaze as directed.

1506

kcal

Calories

Fat

217

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2/3 cup butter, softened, 2 cups sugar, 4 large eggs, room temperature, 2 tablespoons grated lime zest, and more.

Yes, Key Lime Bread falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Key Lime Bread

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