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Lemon Loaf

Lemon Loaf: The Best Easy Recipe for Freshly Baked Delight

This Lemon Loaf recipe is a delightful treat, perfect for anyone who enjoys citrusy desserts. Easy to make and deliciously moist.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 slices
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer or whisk

Ingredients
  

For the cake

  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil plus more for the pan
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 lemons lemon zest plus 2 Tbsp. lemon juice
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tsp. lemon extract
  • 0.25 tsp. yellow gel food coloring
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp. baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp. baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp. kosher salt

Soak

  • 0.33 cup lemon juice
  • 2 Tbsp. sifted powdered sugar

Glaze

  • 2.25 cups sifted powdered sugar
  • 3 Tbsp. lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp. salted butter melted

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, add the granulated sugar, eggs, and lemon zest. Whip until light and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes. Add the oil, Greek yogurt, lemon extract, food coloring, and lemon juice, and mix until smooth.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Fold into the wet ingredients until just combined. Transfer to the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top.
  • Bake until golden and a toothpick comes out clean, about 50 to 55 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, mix lemon juice and powdered sugar for the soak. Pour over the hot cake and let cool completely in the pan for about 1 hour.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the powdered sugar, lemon juice, butter, and 1 tablespoon water. Mix until smooth.
  • Once cooled, remove the cake from the pan and place on a cooling rack. Pour the glaze over the cake and let sit for 30 minutes to set before slicing and serving.

Notes

For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg
Keyword baked goods, Citrus Cake, dessert recipe, easy recipe, Lemon Loaf, Quick Bread
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