Description
Lemon Loaf is a sun-kissed delight that combines zesty lemon flavor and a moist, fluffy texture, making it the perfect treat for any occasion. Whether enjoyed at brunch with friends or as a sweet afternoon snack paired with coffee, this delightful loaf will brighten your day. With simple ingredients and an easy preparation process, you’ll have a golden-brown cake ready to share in no time. Indulge in every bite and let the refreshing taste of lemon elevate your dessert experience.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a loaf pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
- In another bowl, mix melted butter, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until golden brown; a toothpick inserted should come out clean.
- Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for about ten minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg