Lemon Loaf Cake

Bright, zesty, and irresistibly moist, this Lemon Loaf Cake is the ultimate dessert for citrus lovers! Bursting with fresh lemon flavor from both the zest-infused batter and tangy lemon glaze, this homemade treat is a delightful balance of sweet and tangy. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, eggs, milk, and butter, this easy-to-follow recipe requires just 15 minutes of prep time before baking to golden perfection. Whether served as an afternoon snack, a brunch centerpiece, or a light dessert, this bakery-style lemon loaf is sure to impress. Garnished with the luscious glaze that drips beautifully down its sides, this cake not only tastes amazing but looks stunning too. Perfect for any occasion, this luscious loaf will have everyone asking for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 0.25 cup fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 cup milk
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1.5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice for glaze

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, beat the unsalted butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract and lemon zest until combined.

Step 5

Slowly mix in the fresh lemon juice.

Step 6

Alternately add the flour mixture and milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the flour. Mix until just combined.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Let the lemon loaf cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then remove it from the pan and transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

While the cake is cooling, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and 1.5 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth.

Step 11

Once the cake is completely cooled, drizzle the lemon glaze over the top, letting it drip down the sides.

Step 12

Allow the glaze to set for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(878.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2540.1

Total Fat 62.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 507.0mg	0%
Sodium 1833.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 474.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.2g	0%
Total Sugars 326.8g
Protein 36.0g	0%

Vitamin D 135.7IU	0%
Calcium 266.7mg	0%
Iron 10.3mg	0%
Potassium 648.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 21.5%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 73.0%