A Zest for Quick Breads

Winter citrus brightens up these desserts

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Lemon-Pistachio Loaf

Lemon-Pistachio Loaf

When zesting citrus, stop just before reaching the white pith to avoid the rind’s bitterness.

ACTIVE 25 MIN. - TOTAL 2 HOURS, 55 MIN.

SERVES 8

2½ cups all-purpose flour

2 tsp. baking powder

½ tsp. baking soda

½ tsp. kosher salt

1¼ cups granulated sugar, divided

3 large eggs

1 cup whole buttermilk

1 cup vegetable oil

8 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice, plus 1 Tbsp. grated lemon zest (from 3 lemons), divided, plus more as needed

¾ cup chopped salted roasted pistachios, plus more for garnish

1¼ cups powdered sugar