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Moist & Tangy Starbucks Copycat Lemon Loaf with Zesty Lemon Glaze

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Make this easy, tender lemon loaf cake that tastes just like the popular coffee shop version. It features a bright, zesty lemon flavor throughout and is finished with a sweet, tangy lemon glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • Zest of 2 large lemons
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the Glaze: 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • For the Glaze: 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a standard 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, combine the granulated sugar and lemon zest. Rub the zest into the sugar with your fingers until the sugar is fragrant. This releases the oils for maximum flavor.
  4. Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, lemon juice, and vanilla extract to the sugar mixture. Whisk until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Fold gently with a spatula until no dry streaks of flour remain. The batter will be thick.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the loaf cool in the pan for 15 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. While the loaf cools, prepare the glaze. Whisk the powdered sugar and lemon juice together in a small bowl until smooth. Add more powdered sugar for a thicker glaze or more lemon juice for a thinner consistency.
  10. Once the loaf is completely cool, drizzle the lemon glaze evenly over the top. Allow the glaze to set before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For a brighter citrus flavor, you can add 1 teaspoon of lemon extract to the batter.
  • If you are interested in meal planning for baked goods, this loaf freezes well once cooled and before glazing.
  • This recipe is easy to make without a mixer, relying on simple whisking and folding.

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