Moist Lemon Loaf Cake

Moist Lemon Loaf Cake

from insanelygoodrecipes.com
80 min

The next time you want a buttery, citrusy treat, try this delightfully sunny lemon loaf cake with sweet lemon glaze. It's soft, moist, and to die for.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/3 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1-2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease and line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Make the cake: In a medium bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

  3. 3

    In a separate large bowl, rub the sugar and lemon zest with your fingers until fragrant. Add the butter and beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy.

  4. 4

    Reduce the mixer speed to low and beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the lemon juice.

  5. 5

    Alternate adding the flour and buttermilk, starting and ending with the flour. Mix gently by hand until just combined.

  6. 6

    Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

  7. 7

    Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before moving to a wire rack to cool completely.

  8. 8

    Make the syrup: While the loaf bakes, warm the sugar and lemon juice in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves, then set aside to cool slightly.

  9. 9

    After transferring the loaf to a wire rack, poke holes about halfway through the cake with a toothpick. Carefully pour the syrup over the top, a little at a time, letting it soak in before adding more. Set aside to cool completely.

  10. 10

    Make the glaze: Whisk the powdered sugar and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth. Add more juice, if needed, until the desired consistency is reached.

  11. 11

    Drizzle the glaze over the cooled lemon loaf cake. Slice, serve, and enjoy!