Description
A delightful cake that combines the sweetness of sugar with the tartness of fresh lemons, creating a moist and tender loaf perfect for family gatherings or afternoon tea.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tsp lemon zest
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2–3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare a standard loaf pan by greasing it and lining with parchment paper.
- Mix the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
- Cream the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition; then stir in the lemon zest and juice.
- Combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth out the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool the cake for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
- Make the glaze by whisking powdered sugar with lemon juice, then drizzle over the warm cake.
Notes
For a gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour blend. You can also use flax eggs or applesauce for a vegan version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: lemon cake, loaf cake, dessert, baking, family recipe, Southern dessert