Lotsa Lemon Loaf
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly moist, the "Lotsa Lemon Loaf" is a citrus lover's dream come true. This delightful quick bread bursts with fresh lemon juice and fragrant lemon zest, creating a tangy flavor profile that’s perfectly balanced by a sweet, velvety glaze. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, butter, and eggs, this recipe comes together with ease in just 15 minutes of prep, making it an ideal treat for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. The loaf bakes to golden perfection in under an hour, and the finishing touch—a drizzle of lemon glaze—adds a beautiful shine and extra zing to every slice. Serve with a sprinkle of lemon zest for a visually stunning garnish. Perfect for lemon enthusiasts and anyone looking for a dose of sunshine on their plate, this lemon loaf is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 2 Large eggs
- 0.5 cup Whole milk
- 0.25 cup Fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice (for glaze)
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, milk, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be smooth with no visible flour streaks.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
Remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the loaf cools, prepare the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and fresh lemon juice until smooth and pourable.
Once the lemon loaf is completely cool, drizzle the glaze evenly over the top. Allow the glaze to set for 10 minutes.
If desired, sprinkle additional lemon zest over the glaze as a garnish before serving. Slice and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3018 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 111.8 g | 143% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.3 g | 332% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 645 mg | 215% | |
| Sodium | 1829 mg | 80% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 481.0 g | 175% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 330.6 g | ||
| Protein | 36.2 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 295 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 10.6 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 681 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.
