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Sweet & Moist Lemon Loaf

A bright, tender loaf infused with fresh lemon flavor, perfect for any occasion and great for meal prep.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 Tbsp Cornstarch
  • 1.5 tsp Baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp Salt
  • 2 Tbsp Lemon zest
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 0.5 cup Butter (room temperature)
  • 2 whole Eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 large Extra egg yolk (room temperature)
  • 1 Tbsp Canola oil
  • 3 Tbsp Fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup Half and half
Glaze Ingredients
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar
  • 2 Tbsp Lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp Half and half

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a loaf pan with non-stick baking spray or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine sugar and lemon zest, and mix for 1 minute.
  4. Add room temperature butter to the sugar mixture and cream for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Add the eggs and extra yolk one at a time, beating after each addition.
  6. Mix in the canola oil, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  7. With the mixer on low, add half of the flour mixture, followed by the half and half, then the rest of the flour mixture, mixing until just combined.
  8. Scrape the bottom of the bowl to ensure all ingredients are mixed well, then spread the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
Baking
  1. Bake for 45-50 minutes until the top is golden brown and a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  2. Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then remove from pan and place on a cooling rack to cool completely.
Making the Glaze
  1. In a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and half and half until smooth.
Serving
  1. Serve the loaf in thin slices. For a balanced snack, pair a slice with Greek yogurt or cottage cheese.

Notes

Store cooled lemon loaf in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and foil before freezing for up to 2 months.