Best 3 Grapefruit Bread Recipes

Grapefruit bread is a delightful treat that combines the tangy citrus flavor of grapefruit with the comforting sweetness of bread. Whether you're looking for a unique breakfast item, a tasty snack, or a special dessert, grapefruit bread is sure to satisfy your cravings. With its moist texture, vibrant flavor, and versatile preparation methods, this bread is a culinary delight that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GRAPEFRUIT POPPY SEED BREAD

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I had grapefruits handy, so I used the zest and juice for this lovely quick bread. It's got a nice little tang and a tender crumb. -Lisa Moriarty, Wilton, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 loaf (16 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
1-2/3 cups sugar, divided
3 large eggs, room temperature
3/4 cup vanilla yogurt
3 tablespoons poppy seeds
2 tablespoons grated grapefruit zest
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup grapefruit juice
GLAZE:
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons grapefruit juice

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and 1-1/3 cups sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in yogurt, poppy seeds, grapefruit zest and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture., Transfer to a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 55-65 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix grapefruit juice and remaining sugar., Remove bread from oven. Immediately poke holes in bread with a fork; slowly pour juice mixture over bread. Cool in pan 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely., In a small bowl, mix glaze ingredients; drizzle over bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 189mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

GRAPEFRUIT BREAD

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Brightly flavored,delicious, and novel, too, so it's a good conversation piece for gatherings. People often ask for the recipe, so be prepared. It's really more like a loaf cake than a bread.

Provided by fluffernutter

Categories Quick Breads

Time 55m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
3/4 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 3/4 cups flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 tablespoon grapefruit, rind of, grated
1/2 cup milk
6 tablespoons fresh grapefruit juice
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

Beat butter and sugar until fluffy. beat in eggs.
Sift flour with salt, soda and baking powder. Add the batter alternately with milk. Add the grated rind and 4 tablespoons of the juice.
Pour into a greased loaf pan and bake for 45 minutes or until loaf tests clean.
For the glaze, combine the remaining 2 tablespoons grapefruit juice with powdered sugar. Remove bread from pan and poke holes in it. Pour the glaze over it. Let set, then wrap in foil or plastic wrap and let stand for a day for flavors to mellow.

OATMEAL GRAPEFRUIT QUICK BREAD

Oatmeal Grapefruit Quick Bread image

A zingy, zippy new oatmeal bread. Tart and sweet at the same time!

Provided by Sarah

Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

3 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
4 teaspoons baking powder
¾ teaspoon baking soda
⅔ cup honey
¼ cup margarine, softened
1 ⅔ cups rolled oats
1 egg
1 ¼ cups grapefruit juice
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Sift together flour, salt, baking powder and soda into a large mixing bowl.
In a medium bowl, mix honey together with butter or margarine until creamy. Add to flour mixture along with the oats, egg, grapefruit juice and walnuts. Stir together until smooth and pour into a lightly greased 9x5 inch loaf pan.
Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 1 hour or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328.1 calories, Carbohydrate 51.2 g, Cholesterol 15.5 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 397.5 mg, Sugar 16 g

Tips:

To ensure your grapefruit bread has the best flavor, choose grapefruits that are ripe and juicy. Avoid grapefruits that have blemishes or soft spots.
If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
Be sure to grease and flour your loaf pan before pouring in the batter. This will help prevent the bread from sticking.
Bake the bread until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean. Overbaking can dry out the bread.
Let the bread cool completely before slicing and serving. This will help prevent the bread from crumbling.

Conclusion:

Grapefruit bread is a delicious and versatile quick bread that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. It's easy to make and can be customized with different flavors and ingredients. Whether you like it plain or with added nuts, fruits, or spices, grapefruit bread is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying treat, give grapefruit bread a try!