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Classic Moist Lemon Loaf Recipe

Close-up of a moist Lemon Loaf drizzled with white icing and topped with lemon zest.
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A straightforward recipe for a moist, flavorful lemon loaf cake topped with a thick, tangy lemon glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the Glaze: 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • For the Glaze: 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the granulated sugar and softened butter until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  8. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the loaf cool in the pan for 15 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. While the loaf cools, prepare the glaze: Whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. The glaze should be thick but pourable.
  11. Once the loaf is completely cool, drizzle the glaze evenly over the top. Let the glaze set before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For the best lemon flavor, use fresh zest and juice, not bottled.
  • If you prefer a thinner glaze, add a few extra drops of lemon juice.
  • To make a Lemon Poppy Seed Loaf, add 2 tablespoons of poppy seeds to the batter in step 5.
  • Store the cooled loaf tightly wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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