Description
A delightful and easy-to-make lemon loaf with bright citrus flavor, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 2 lemons
- Powdered sugar for glaze
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan generously.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated sugar until it’s light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract, sour cream, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest, ensuring a smooth texture.
- Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
- Pour the batter into your prepped loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- To make the glaze, mix powdered sugar with a touch of fresh lemon juice until smooth and drizzle it generously over the cooled loaf.
Notes
For variations, consider adding poppy seeds, blueberries, or a touch of almond extract.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American