Print

Lemon Loaf Cake

Lemon Loaf Cake
Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

If you’re seeking a delightful treat to brighten your day, this Lemon Loaf Cake is the perfect solution! Light and fluffy, it’s packed with vibrant citrus flavor that makes it ideal for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a sweet dessert after dinner. Imagine sitting down with a warm slice, enveloped in the invigorating aroma of fresh lemons—pure comfort at its finest.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (at room temperature)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs (at room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 cup confectioners’ sugar, sifted (more if needed to reach the right consistency)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (more if needed to reach the right consistency)
  • 1 tablespoon milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, lemon zest, and salt.
  3. In a mixer, cream the butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one by one, then mix in vanilla extract and lemon juice.
  4. Alternately add dry ingredients and buttermilk to the mixture, starting and ending with flour.
  5. Pour into the prepared pan and bake for 45-55 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Cool for about 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  7. Prepare the glaze by mixing confectioners' sugar with lemon juice; drizzle over cooled cake.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://cookingwhisper.com/lemon-loaf-cake/