Description

Indulge in the bright and refreshing flavor of A Lemon Cake To Die For. This delightful dessert features a moist crumb, a zesty lemon taste, and a sweet glaze that will impress both novice bakers and seasoned pros alike. Perfect for any occasion—from casual gatherings to festive celebrations—this cake is easy to prepare, making it an ideal treat for anyone craving a burst of citrusy goodness. With just the right balance of sweetness and tartness, this lemon loaf cake is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection.

Ingredients

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1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 tbsp lemon zest
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
½ cup buttermilk
For Glaze: powdered sugar, fresh lemon juice, milk

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in the eggs one at a time; then mix in vanilla extract, lemon zest, and fresh lemon juice.
Gradually add the flour mixture alternating with buttermilk until just combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
While baking, mix together fresh lemon juice and powdered sugar for syrup.
After baking, let cool for about 10 minutes before brushing warm syrup over the cake.
Prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar with fresh lemon juice and milk; drizzle over cooled cake.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
Calories: 185
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Don’t skip soaking the cake with syrup—this enhances moisture and flavor. Feel free to experiment with additional flavors like poppy seeds or blueberries.