Lemon Loaf Cake

Lemon Loaf Cake

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

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

For the Lemon Glaze (Optional):

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon milk

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan, or line it with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the Dry Ingredients:
   • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. Prepare the Wet Ingredients:
   • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the granulated sugar and softened butter until light and fluffy.
   • Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until well combined.
   • Add the milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
4. Combine Ingredients:
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5. Bake the Cake:
   • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
   • Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
6. Prepare the Lemon Glaze (Optional):
   • In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and milk until smooth.
   • Drizzle the glaze over the cooled lemon loaf cake.
7. Serve:
   • Slice the lemon loaf cake and serve with lemon slices for garnish if desired.

Enjoy your homemade lemon loaf cake!