Welcome to a burst of citrusy heaven with our Lemon Loaf Delight, an inspired take on the classic coffeehouse treat. Perfectly zesty and moist, this lemon loaf is enhanced by a luscious glaze, making it the ultimate companion to your afternoon tea or as a refreshing dessert.
Ingredients
For the Lemon Loaf:
🍋 1 cup sugar
🍋 2 tablespoons lemon zest
🥚 3 eggs
🥛 1 cup Greek yogurt
🛢️ 1/2 cup vegetable oil
🍋 3 tablespoons lemon juice
🧴 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
📏 1 teaspoon lemon extract
🥄 2 teaspoons baking powder
🌾 1 and 1/2 cups flour
For the Glaze:
🍚 2 cups powdered sugar
🍋 3 tablespoons lemon juice
🥛 3 tablespoons heavy cream
Instructions
1- Preheat and Prepare:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a loaf pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly to ensure easy removal after baking.
2- Infuse the Sugar:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar and lemon zest.
- Rub them together with your fingers until the mixture becomes fragrant, allowing the oils from the zest to infuse the sugar.
3- Mix Wet Ingredients:
- Add in the eggs, vegetable oil, and Greek yogurt.
- Whisk the mixture for about a minute until it is well combined and smooth.
4- Add Flavors:
- Incorporate the lemon juice, vanilla extract, and lemon extract into the mixture.
- Stir well to blend all the flavors together.
5- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder.
- Gradually add these dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until you achieve a smooth and lump-free batter.
6- Bake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7- Cool:
- Once baked, remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
- Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
8- Prepare the Glaze:
- While the loaf is cooling, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and heavy cream until smooth and creamy.
9- Glaze the Loaf:
- Spread the glaze generously over the cooled lemon loaf, allowing it to drape over the sides.
10- Serve and Enjoy:
- Slice the loaf and enjoy the zesty, moist delight of lemon in every bite.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 8-10 slices
Calories per serving: Approximately 350
Protein: 5g
Fat: 15g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Equipment: Mixing bowls, whisk, loaf pan, spatula, wire rack
Cooking Tips
- Ensure the loaf is completely cool before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting and losing its consistency.
- For added zing, consider adding a bit more lemon zest to the glaze.
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