Glazed Lemon Loaf Cake Recipe

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Fresh lemon taste abounds in this delicious, buttery, and tart treat known as Glazed Lemon Loaf Cake. It has a soft crumb that melts in your mouth, a glossy lemon glaze that adds more flavor, and the ideal amount of tartness and sweetness. For tea time, breakfast, or any special occasion where you want a tasty yet light treat, this simple loaf is perfect.

Ingredients

1½ cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

¼ teaspoon baking soda

¼ teaspoon salt

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

2 tablespoons lemon zest

3 tablespoons lemon juice

½ cup buttermilk or milk

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For Glaze:

1 cup powdered sugar

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1 teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray, then line it with parchment paper.

In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

In another large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Add lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract to the mixture. Mix until well combined.

Gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with buttermilk, beginning and ending with flour. Mix until smooth and lump-free.

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 45–55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and zest until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake and let it set before slicing