Lemon Loaf
This Lemon Loaf is a moist, tangy, and sweet treat perfect for any time of the day, featuring bright lemon flavors in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 70 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat sugar and eggs until pale and fluffy.
- Mix in the melted butter, yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir just until combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar and lemon juice together until smooth; drizzle over the cooled loaf.
- Allow glaze to set before slicing and serving.
Notes
For extra zest, add poppy seeds to the batter or serve slices with a dollop of whipped cream.
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