Lemon Loaf Delight

Welcome to a burst of citrusy heaven with our Lemon Loaf Delight, an inspired take on the classic coffeehouse treat. Perfectly zesty and moist, this lemon loaf is enhanced by a luscious glaze, making it the ultimate companion to your afternoon tea or as a refreshing dessert.

Ingredients

For the Lemon Loaf:
🍋 1 cup sugar
🍋 2 tablespoons lemon zest
🥚 3 eggs
🥛 1 cup Greek yogurt
🛢️ 1/2 cup vegetable oil
🍋 3 tablespoons lemon juice
🧴 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
📏 1 teaspoon lemon extract
🥄 2 teaspoons baking powder
🌾 1 and 1/2 cups flour

For the Glaze:
🍚 2 cups powdered sugar
🍋 3 tablespoons lemon juice
🥛 3 tablespoons heavy cream

Instructions

1- Preheat and Prepare:

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Line a loaf pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly to ensure easy removal after baking.

2- Infuse the Sugar:

• In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar and lemon zest.
• Rub them together with your fingers until the mixture becomes fragrant, allowing the oils from the zest to infuse the sugar.

3- Mix Wet Ingredients:

• Add in the eggs, vegetable oil, and Greek yogurt.
• Whisk the mixture for about a minute until it is well combined and smooth.

4- Add Flavors:

• Incorporate the lemon juice, vanilla extract, and lemon extract into the mixture.
• Stir well to blend all the flavors together.

5- Combine Dry Ingredients:

• In a separate bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder.
• Gradually add these dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until you achieve a smooth and lump-free batter.

6- Bake:

• Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
• Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

7- Cool:

• Once baked, remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
• Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

8- Prepare the Glaze:

• While the loaf is cooling, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and heavy cream until smooth and creamy.

9- Glaze the Loaf:

• Spread the glaze generously over the cooled lemon loaf, allowing it to drape over the sides.

10- Serve and Enjoy:
- Slice the loaf and enjoy the zesty, moist delight of lemon in every bite.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 8-10 slices
Calories per serving: Approximately 350
Protein: 5g
Fat: 15g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Equipment: Mixing bowls, whisk, loaf pan, spatula, wire rack

Cooking Tips

• Ensure the loaf is completely cool before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting and losing its consistency.
• For added zing, consider adding a bit more lemon zest to the glaze.

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Lemon Loaf Delight