Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the sour cream, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
7. Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan, then spoon the cream cheese mixture on top.
8. Top with the remaining batter and swirl the layers together using a knife.
9. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

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