Glazed Lemon Loaf
Brighten up your day with this moist and zesty Glazed Lemon Loaf that’s bursting with fresh, citrusy flavor in every bite. This easy-to-make dessert features a tender crumb infused with freshly grated lemon zest and tangy lemon juice, perfectly balanced with just the right amount of sweetness. Topped with a luscious lemon glaze that adds a glossy finish and garnished with additional zest for an extra pop of color, this loaf is as beautiful as it is delicious. Whether you’re serving it as a teatime treat, a brunch centerpiece, or a light dessert, this lemon loaf is sure to impress. Ready in just over an hour, it’s a simple yet impressive recipe that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Perfect for lemon lovers and easy to make at home, this loaf is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Lemon zest
- 0.25 cup Fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 cup Whole milk
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice (for glaze)
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, cream together the granulated sugar and softened butter until light and fluffy, using a hand or stand mixer.
Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the lemon zest and fresh lemon juice, mixing until well combined.
Gradually alternate adding the dry ingredients and the milk to the wet mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until no streaks of flour remain.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
To prepare the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth. If the glaze is too thick, add a bit more lemon juice, one teaspoon at a time.
Once the loaf is completely cool, drizzle the glaze over the top, letting it drip down the sides.
Optional: Sprinkle additional lemon zest over the glazed loaf for added flavor and decor.
Slice and serve. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2982 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 111.3 g | 143% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.4 g | 332% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 645 mg | 215% | |
| Sodium | 1250 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 473.8 g | 172% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 326.4 g | ||
| Protein | 36.6 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 274 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 10.4 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 646 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
