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Lemon Loaf Cake

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 8 slices
Calories 350
A moist and tangy lemon loaf cake perfect for any occasion, topped with a sweet lemon glaze.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 0.5 cup salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 0.5 cup buttermilk

Lemon Glaze

  • 0.25 cup confectioners sugar
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon confectioners sugar, sifted (more if needed for consistency)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice, more if needed (to reach desired consistency)
  • 1 tablespoon milk

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease loaf pan.
  • Mix dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, lemon zest, salt.
  • Cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs, vanilla, lemon juice; beat well.
  • Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk to batter. Pour into pan.
  • Bake 45-55 minutes. Cool, then brush with lemon syrup. Drizzle with lemon icing.

Notes

Ensure the cake is fully cooled before applying the glaze for best results.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: lemon