By Lemon Cream Cheese Bread is a comfort-food classic made simpler for home cooks. With everyday ingredients and reliable technique, it delivers big flavor with little effort.
Lemon Cream Cheese Bread captures the essence of drinks while staying approachable for everyday cooking. The method focuses on maximizing flavor with minimal steps, using common pantry items and fresh ingredients. From the first bite you’ll notice a balance of texture and taste that feels both familiar and exciting. To build depth, we combine proper seasoning with simple techniques: gentle heat for aromatics, accurate measurements, and attention to doneness. Small details—like resting time or layering ingredients—make a noticeable difference in the final dish. This recipe is designed to be flexible. You can swap in seasonal produce, adjust spices to match your preferences, or adapt the base to suit dietary needs. The goal is to keep the spirit of the dish while letting you tailor it to your kitchen. Serving ideas are wide open: pair with a crisp salad, roasted vegetables, warm bread, or your favorite grains. Leftovers store well and often taste even better the next day as flavors settle. That makes the recipe suitable for meal prep and busy schedules. For best results, read the steps once before you start, assemble ingredients, and cook with confidence. Taste as you go, and don’t be afraid to adjust seasoning. With these principles, Lemon Cream Cheese Bread becomes a reliable addition to your rotation—crowd-pleasing, practical, and full of flavor.
INGREDIENTS
1 cup sugar
3 eggs
8 oz sour cream
½ cup canola oil
Zest of 2 lemons
Juice of 1 lemon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups flour
2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
⅓ cup powdered sugar
How To Make Lemon Cream Cheese Bread
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and grease a standard loaf pan.
In a large bowl, add sugar, eggs, sour cream, lemon zest, juice, vanilla, and oil. Mix until smooth and well combined.
In another bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt.
Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet until fully combined, then set aside.
For the cream cheese swirl: In a small bowl, mix together the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
Add half of the batter to the prepared pan and spoon about half the cream cheese mixture on top, then swirl together with a knife.
Top with the rest of the batter and spoon the remaining cream cheese mixture. Carefully swirl together to create a marbled look.
Bake bread for 65-70 minutes, covering with foil for the last 20-30 minutes to prevent the top from browning.
Allow the bread to fully cool before slicing to allow the cream cheese to set.
PREPARATION STEPS
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and grease a standard loaf pan.
Add half of the batter to the prepared pan and spoon about half the cream cheese mixture on top, then swirl together with a knife.
Bake bread for 65-70 minutes, covering with foil for the last 20-30 minutes to prevent the top from browning.
ORIGIN STORY
Home-style cooking inspired by classic flavors and modern, reliable methods.
META INFOS
Prep: 10 min | Cook: 0 min | Total: 10 min | Servings: 2 | Calories: ~150 kcal | Difficulty: Easy
BENEFITS
Balanced flavor with approachable prep. Nutrition-friendly options and make-ahead friendly for busy schedules.
OCCASIONS
Weeknight dinners; Family gatherings; Potlucks; Holidays; Picnics; Meal prep
VARIATIONS
Swap seasonal produce; Adjust spices; Offer gluten-free or low-carb options where suitable; Try alternative proteins.
PAIRING
Breakfast pastries; Light snacks; Fruit salad
STORAGE
Refrigerate in airtight container 2–4 days; freeze up to 2 months. Reheat gently to preserve texture.
TIPS
Measure accurately; Preheat pans/oven; Avoid overcooking; Taste and adjust seasoning; Rest before slicing when needed.
