Description
A moist and zesty Lemon Loaf topped with a tangy lemon glaze. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet snack.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 tbsp lemon zest
1/2 cup milk
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Lemon glaze:
1 cup confectioners’ sugar
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp lemon zest
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate large mixing bowl, beat together the sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined.
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in two additions, alternating with the milk and vanilla extract. Mix until just combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Tap the pan gently on the counter to release any air bubbles.
Bake the loaf for 50-60 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 to cool completely.
To make the lemon glaze, whisk together the confectioners’ sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth. Pour the glaze over the cooled loaf, letting it drizzle down the sides.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add poppy seeds to the batter.
- The lemon loaf can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
- You can freeze the lemon loaf for up to 3 months; thaw in the fridge overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
Keywords: Lemon Pound Cake, Lemon Bread, Zesty Lemon Loaf, Lemon Cake with Glaze.