Description
Lemon Loaf Cake Sweet Exquisite is a zesty and moist treat that captures the essence of sunshine in every bite. Perfect for brunch or afternoon tea, this cake combines fresh lemon juice and zest with a tender crumb that melts in your mouth. Whether enjoyed fresh or dressed up with whipped cream and berries, this delightful loaf will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- Zest of 1 lemon
- ½ cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg