Glorious Lemon Loaf with Glaze That Brightens Your Day
Brighten your day with this Lemon Loaf with Glaze, a simple and delicious treat for any occasion.
Equipment
- - Loaf pan
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
Ingredients
For the Glaze
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice Adjust for desired consistency
For the Lemon Loaf
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 2 large Eggs
- 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Softened
- 1 tablespoon Zest of lemon Freshly grated
- 1/4 cup Fresh lemon juice The fresher the juice, the brighter the flavor
Instructions
Lemon Loaf Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix the dry ingredients (flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt) in a large bowl until well combined.
- Cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Incorporate the eggs, one at a time, mixing until fully blended.
- Add the fresh lemon zest and juice into the batter, mixing well.
- Combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients, folding gently until just combined.
- Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the loaf in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Glaze Preparation
- Whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice in a medium bowl until smooth.
- Drizzle the glaze over the cooled lemon loaf.
Notes
Optional: Garnish with extra lemon zest on top for an added pop of color and flavor.