Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of homemade Starbucks Copycat Lemon Loaf. This moist, zesty cake is bursting with fresh lemon flavor and topped with a sweet glaze that makes it irresistible. Perfect for brunch, afternoon tea, or simply as a treat for yourself, this easy-to-follow recipe will transport you to your favorite coffee shop from the comfort of your kitchen. Enjoy each slice with a hot cup of tea or coffee for a refreshing escape.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp lemon zest (freshly grated)
- ½ cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a loaf pan with nonstick spray or parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In another bowl, mix sugar and lemon zest until fragrant, then add vegetable oil, eggs, milk, and lemon juice. Whisk until smooth.
- Combine wet ingredients into dry ingredients and fold gently until just mixed.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Drizzle over the warm loaf once slightly cooled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg