Description
This Lemon Loaf Bread is the ultimate treat for citrus lovers. Moist, tender, and bursting with fresh lemon flavor, it’s topped with a sweet, zesty glaze that melts into every slice. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as an afternoon pick-me-up, this loaf brings sunshine to your table no matter the season.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 eggs
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/2 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1 tablespoon lemon juice (for glaze)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan. Line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, sour cream, and vanilla extract.
5. Fold in dry ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. Pour into loaf pan, smooth top, and bake for 45–55 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
7. Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a rack.
8. Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and lemon juice to make glaze. Drizzle over cooled loaf and let set.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for best texture.
Do not overmix the batter—this helps the loaf stay soft.
The glaze sets best once the loaf has fully cooled.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 loaf)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: lemon bread, lemon loaf cake, lemon dessert, quick bread, citrus loaf