Lemon Pecan Tea Bread Recipe

Name: Lemon Pecan Tea Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup shortening; 1 cup sugar; 2 large eggs; 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (sifted); 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder (Clabber Girl); ¼ teaspoon salt; ½ cup milk; 1 lemon, rind of, grated; ½ cup chopped pecans; 1 cup sifted powdered sugar; 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Servings: persons

1
Beat shortening at medium speed until fluffy.
2
Gradually add sugar, beating well.
3
Add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition.
4
Combine flour, baking powder, and salt to mixture-adding to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beginning and ending with flour mixture.
5
Stir in lemon rind and pecans.
6
Pour batter into greased, floured 9x5x3-inch loaf pan.
7
Bake at 350F for 50-55 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
8
Cool in pan on a wire rack for 10-15 minutes.
9
Remove and let cool completely on wire rack.
10
Lemon glaze: Combine ingredients, stirring until smooth (makes about 1/2 cup).
11
Spread over loaf.

669

kcal

Calories

Fat

122

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

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ½ cup shortening, 1 cup sugar, 2 large eggs, 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (sifted), and more.

Yes, Lemon Pecan 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lemon Pecan Tea Bread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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