Lemon-Glazed Earl Grey Tea Bread Recipe

Name: Lemon-Glazed Earl Grey Tea Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons earl grey tea leaves; 1 cup sugar; 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup softened butter; 3 large eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1 teaspoon lemon peel; 2/3 cup confectioners' sugar; 1 tablespoon water

Servings: persons

1 1/2 tablespoons earl grey tea leaves
1 cup sugar
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup softened butter
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon lemon peel
2/3 cup confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon water

1
Grease and flour 9-inch by 5-inch loaf pan. In processor, finely grind Earl Grey tea leaves and sugar. Whisk all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. With mixer on medium-high, beat softened butter and tea sugar in large bowl until fluffy. Gradually beat in 3 large eggs, then 1 teaspoon vanilla. On low speed, gradually add flour mixture, alternating with sour cream until just mixed.
2
Spread in pan. Bake at 325 degrees F. 1 hour 20 minutes or until tester comes out clean. Cool in pan on wire rack 10 minutes. Remove from pan; cool completely.
3
Stir in lemon peel, confectioners' sugar and water until smooth. Drizzle over bread; let set. Store, well wrapped, at room temperature up to 4 days.
4
ABOUT 250 CALS, 4 G PROTEIN, 36 G CARBS, 11 G FAT (6 G SAT), 1 G FIBER, 160 MG SODIUM.

859

kcal

Calories

Fat

120

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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 tablespoons earl grey tea leaves, 1 cup sugar, 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon baking soda, and more.

Yes, Lemon-Glazed Earl Grey Tea 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.

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Lemon-Glazed Earl Grey Tea Bread

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