Lemon Loaf Cake
Indulge in the delightful taste of homemade lemon loaf cake, where zesty citrus meets a moist, fluffy texture. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for brunches, afternoon tea, or as a light dessert. The vibrant aroma of fresh lemons fills your kitchen, inviting friends and family to gather around the table for a slice of sunshine. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll be baking a cake that’s sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large fresh lemons (zest and juice)
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in lemon zest.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients alternately with milk until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 50-60 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack and glaze with powdered sugar mixed with lemon juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 196
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 44mg