Lemon Loaf Cake

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This Lemon Loaf Cake is light, moist, and has the perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess. A simple glaze adds an extra touch of citrus, complementing the soft texture of the cake.

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 1 5

Total Time 1 20

Servings

Calories 413kcal

Author Fay

EQUIPMENT

Cooling Rack
Silicone Spatula
Adjustable Loaf Pan

INGREDIENTS

Lemon Cake

200 g (1 cups) sugar
2 teaspoon (2 teaspoon) lemon zest
110 g (½ cups) butter salted, softened
30 ml (2 tablespoon) avocado oil or other vegetable oil
3 (3) eggs large
30 ml (2 tablespoon) lemon juice
200 g (1½ cups) all-purpose flour
2 teaspoon (2 teaspoon) vanilla
1 teaspoon (1 teaspoon) baking powder
120 ml (½ cups) milk

Frosting

120 g (1 cups) powdered sugar
2 teaspoon (2 teaspoon) lemon juice
2 teaspoon (2 teaspoon) milk

Optional Garnish

ground pistachios

INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F). Line a 9.8" loaf pan with baking paper.
Cream the butter, sugar, and lemon zest: Add the softened butter, sugar, and lemon zest to a bowl. Mix well using a hand mixer.
Add the oil: Once combined, add the avocado oil and mix briefly.
Scrape the bowl: Scrape down the sides and base of the bowl to ensure everything is well mixed.
Add the eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well between each addition.
Add vanilla and lemon juice: Add the vanilla extract and mix briefly. Then, add the lemon juice and mix briefly. The mixture will curdle, but that’s fine.
Add the milk: Pour in the milk and mix until well combined.
Sift the dry ingredients: Place a strainer over the bowl and sift in the flour and baking powder.
Fold the batter: Use a silicone spatula to fold the flour into the wet mixture. Mix briefly until no visible flour remains. Avoid overmixing.
Bake: Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Make the frosting: Combine powdered sugar, lemon juice, and milk in a bowl. Whisk until smooth and pour over the cooled cake.
Serve: Optionally garnish with ground pistachios. Slice and enjoy your fresh lemon loaf cake.

NOTES

Room temperature eggs blend better with the batter, ensuring a smoother texture.
For extra lemon flavor, increase the amount of lemon zest in the batter.
Don’t overmix the batter; mix just until the ingredients are combined to keep the cake soft.
If the frosting is too thick, add a little more milk; if it's too thin, add more powdered sugar.

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