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Lemon Loaf Cake (Starbucks Copycat)

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 310
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Lemon Loaf
  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Lemon Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 –3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare the loaf pan.
  2. Whisk together the dry ingredients.
  3. Mix the wet ingredients until smooth.
  4. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
  5. Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake for 50–60 minutes.
  6. Cool completely on a wire rack.
  7. Whisk together the glaze ingredients and drizzle over the cooled loaf.
  8. Let the glaze set before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 310kcal

Notes

  • Fresh lemons provide the best flavor and aroma.
  • Avoid overmixing to keep the loaf light and tender.
  • Add blueberries or poppy seeds for a fun variation.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container to keep the loaf moist.

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