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Lemon Loaf Cake

A deliciously moist lemon loaf cake, perfect for dessert or an afternoon snack, bursting with fresh lemon flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Method
 

Baking the Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Preparing the Glaze
  1. While the cake is baking, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth.
  2. Let the glaze sit until the cake is done and has cooled slightly.
Finishing Touches
  1. Once the cake is baked, remove it from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
  2. Transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
  3. Drizzle the lemon glaze over the cooled cake and let it set before slicing.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20g

Notes

For an extra lemony flavor, feel free to add more lemon zest to the batter. Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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