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lemon loaf cake

A moist and tender lemon loaf cake infused with fresh lemon flavor and topped with a citrus glaze.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 10
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 tsp baking powder
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 0.25 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 6 tbsp milk
  • 0.25 cup lemon juice about 1 lemon
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp heavy cream

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cream together butter, oil, and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in lemon juice, zest, and vanilla.
  5. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  6. Pour batter into pan and bake for 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow cake to cool in pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  8. Mix powdered sugar, lemon juice, and heavy cream to make glaze. Drizzle over cooled cake.

Notes

This lemon loaf cake is perfect for spring and summer gatherings. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.