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Lemon Loaf Cake

A moist and zesty lemon loaf cake topped with a sweet citrus glaze, perfect for dessert or a refreshing snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 260
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Lemon Loaf
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs large
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 0.25 cup lemon juice fresh
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.75 cup milk
Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tbsp lemon juice
  • 0.5 tsp lemon zest optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Loaf pan
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a loaf pan.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in lemon zest, juice, and vanilla.
  5. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk until combined.
  6. Pour batter into pan and bake 45–55 minutes.
  7. Cool completely on wire rack.
  8. Whisk glaze ingredients and drizzle over cooled loaf.

Notes

Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor and do not overmix batter.