Description
Iced Lemon Loaf is a delightful treat that combines sweet and tangy flavors in a moist, fluffy cake topped with a zesty lemon glaze. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe brings sunshine to your table and will have your friends and family asking for seconds.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup buttermilk
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tbsp lemon zest
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition. Then add buttermilk, lemon juice, and zest; stir gently.
- Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool before icing with a mixture of powdered sugar and lemon juice.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: For gluten-free options, substitute all-purpose flour with almond flour. Enhance flavor by adding poppy seeds or blueberries to the batter.