Description
A delightful Lemon Glazed Loaf Cake that combines bright, zesty flavors with a sweet glaze, creating the perfect treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard loaf pan with butter or line with parchment paper.
- Mix the dry ingredients in one bowl (flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt).
- Cream the butter and sugar in another bowl until light and fluffy.
- Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Combine the wet ingredients (buttermilk, lemon juice, and zest) into the mixture.
- Blend the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool the loaf in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Glaze with whisked powdered sugar and lemon juice before serving.
Notes
Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best texture. Avoid overmixing the batter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Lemon Cake, Loaf Cake, Dessert, Southern, Baking, Sweet Treat