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Almond Poppy Seed Bread

Try this simple Almond Poppy Seed Bread with a sweet almond glaze!  This moist cake is perfect for a quick breakfast on the go!Almond Poppy Seed Bread | Jennifer Cooks
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Almond Poppy Seed Bread brings back so many great memories of long leisurely mornings solving the world's problems with my faithful and dear friend, Becky.  Back in the day of toddlers and elementary age kids, we would get together at least once a week at her house or mine and eat breakfast together and drink loads of coffee while we chatted the morning away.  Becky is always a wonderful host and has plenty of goodies to share, and on one morning, she shared this wonderful Almond Poppy Seed Bread that I devoured in a flash and then begged for the recipe. She gladly shared her recipe and I've been making it ever since.

Every time I bite into this sweet almond-y bread I remember those visits and wish we lived closer so that we could pick back up where we left off.  I miss those mornings so much.  Becky lives about 2 hours away now, but we keep in touch and visit each other whenever we can.  I hate how distance and life can get in the way, but I sure love how we are able to maintain our sister-like friendship no matter where we are in the world!  I hope you enjoy this easy recipe as much as I do...and make sure to share it with a good friend!

Looking for more breakfast ideas? Try these:

Blueberry Scones

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Almond Poppy Seed Bread

Try this simple Almond Poppy Seed Bread with a sweet almond glaze!  This moist cake is perfect for a quick breakfast on the go!
5 from 2 votes
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Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Author: Jennifer Locklin
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Ingredients

  • 1 Yellow Cake Mix
  • 1 3.4 oz box Instant Vanilla Pudding
  • ½ cup canola oil
  • 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
  • 1 tablespoon almond extract
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup very warm water from tap

  • Almond Glaze:
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • pinch of kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
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Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Combine all ingredients in a medium mixing bowl and stir until combined (do not over beat or bread will come out chewy).
  • Pour into a greased and floured loaf pan (½ -⅔ full) or a bundt pan that has been greased and floured.
  • Bake at 350 for 40-50 minutes (until toothpick inserted near center comes out with sticky crumbs).
  • Cool for 15 minutes, then invert cake plate over pan and turn out bread onto serving plate.
  • Cool completely, then drizzle with almond glaze.
  • For Almond Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together all ingredients until there are no more lumps.

*Nutrition information is automatically calculated based on ingredient data and should be considered an estimate. When multiple ingredient options are provided, the first listed is used for calculation. Optional ingredients and garnishes are not included in the nutrition analysis.

 

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About Jennifer

I’m Jennifer Locklin, author and owner of Jennifer Cooks. I am a trained chef and passionate about good food, cooking for family and friends, and creating recipes that form lasting memories from one generation to the next. I hope you find inspiration for cooking and creating here!

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  1. Becky says

    July 25, 2016 at 10:28 pm

    5 stars
    Love this and love you dearest friend!

    Reply
    • Jennifer says

      July 26, 2016 at 12:07 pm

      Love you too! Can't wait to catch up again!

      Reply
  2. Michelle Hall says

    May 26, 2019 at 8:53 am

    5 stars
    Moist, and fan-stinkin-tastic! It was a hit with 15 and 13 year old boys. Definitely making again and again!

    Reply
    • Jennifer says

      June 01, 2019 at 12:53 pm

      Thanks Michelle! So glad y'all like it!

      Reply
  3. Katy says

    December 21, 2025 at 8:14 pm

    What can I sub for canola oil? Would coconut oil work????

    Reply
    • Jennifer says

      December 23, 2025 at 3:15 pm

      Hi Katy! You can sub any neutral tasting oil, like vegetable oil, corn oil, or yes, coconut oil would work fine.

      Reply

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