Lemon Glazed Banana Poppy Seed Bread Recipe
Because you need something that screams “I’ve got my life together” while still using up dying bananas.
Let’s take the elegance of lemon glaze, the sass of poppy seeds, and the humble banana just trying its best. Combine it all into one moist, zesty loaf that tastes like brunch at your imaginary Tuscan villa. This vegan banana bread doesn’t just whisper citrus—it slaps you (nicely) with bright flavor and bakery-level flair. It’s the kind of treat that says, “I may be emotionally unstable, but I make damn good bread.” Perfect for breakfast, or for pretending you’re better than store-bought pastries. And no eggs were harmed in the making.
Lemon Glazed Banana Poppy Seed Bread Recipe
Bright, tangy lemon glaze meets moist banana bread with a hint of crunch from poppy seeds. A citrusy vegan delight with personality.
Ingredients
Banana Bread:
- 3 ripe bananas mashed
- 1/3 cup melted coconut oil
- 1/2 cup cane sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp poppy seeds
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
Lemon Glaze:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 –2 tbsp lemon juice adjust for desired thickness
- 1/2 tsp lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line your loaf pan like the boss you are.
- In a bowl, mash the bananas until they look like your last breakup—soft and unrecognizable.
- Add melted oil, sugar, milk, lemon juice, vanilla, and zest. Whisk until it looks like potential.
- In a separate bowl, whisk flour, soda, salt, and poppy seeds—nothing fancy, just mixed.
- Combine dry and wet ingredients. Stir gently like you’re folding delicate secrets.
- Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan. Level it out because uneven bread is chaotic energy.
- Bake for 50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with just a few moist crumbs.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then move it to a wire rack—patience, darling.
- Whisk powdered sugar, lemon juice, and zest for the glaze. Drizzle over cooled bread like edible sunshine.
- Slice, serve, and make everyone think you’ve got your life together. Even if you’re eating it in pajamas.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 280
- Total Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin C: 12%
- Iron: 7%
- Vitamin B6: 9%
- Magnesium: 6%
- Folate: 5%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance Flavor
- Use extra lemon zest in the glaze if you enjoy drama.
- Toast a slice and add vegan butter for a “wow, she’s got money” vibe.
- Store in an airtight container—if it lasts more than a day.
- Want more texture? Throw in chopped walnuts and pretend you’re being healthy.
- Don’t skip the lemon glaze. That’s the main character.
