Description
This delicious lemon glazed loaf cake is perfect for any occasion, offering a sweet and tangy flavor that is sure to please!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Zest of 2 fresh lemons
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 1/4 cup milk (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, beat together butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3-4 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture, alternating with lemon juice or milk.
- Fold in lemon zest until evenly distributed.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling slightly before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely before glazing.
Notes
- This cake can be enjoyed plain or glazed for an extra sweet touch.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg