Description
Lemon loaf is a delightful dessert that captures the essence of sunshine with its moist, fluffy texture and vibrant citrus flavor. Perfect for brunches, afternoon teas, or simply as a sweet treat, this easy-to-follow recipe features fresh lemon juice and zest that create a refreshing experience in every slice. Drizzle it with a tangy glaze or enjoy it plain; this lemon loaf is sure to brighten your day and leave you craving more.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 2 lemons
- ¼ cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat melted butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in milk, lemon juice, and zest.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just incorporated.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Drizzle with lemon glaze if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg