Light and Lovely Lemon Loaf

A really delightful loaf that’s moist and buttery with a light lemon flavour.

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Light and Lovely Lemon Loaf

Yield 16

Author Debbie

Prep time

15 Min

Cook time

1 Hour

Total time

1 H & 15 M

Moist and buttery with a light lemon flavour.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/4 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 1/2 tbsp grated lemon zest
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/4 cup icing sugar

Instructions

1. Measure first 3 ingredients into a bowl. Stir and set aside.
2. Cream butter and sugar in large bowl. Add eggs 1 at a time, beating well after each addition.
3. Add flour mixture in 3 parts, alternating with milk, and stirring after each addition until just combined. Add lemon zest. Stir until just combined. Spread into greased and floured 9x5x3” loaf pan.
4. Bake at 325 degrees for 1 hour or until wooden pick inserted in centre comes out clean.
5. GLAZE: Stir lemon juice into icing sugar is small bowl until smooth. Randomly poke holes in loaf with wooden pick. Pour lemon juice mixture over hot loaf. Leave in pan until completely cooled.

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

182

Fat

7 g

Sat. Fat

4 g

Carbs

27 g

Fiber

0 g

Net carbs

27 g

Sugar

15 g

Protein

3 g

Sodium

173 mg

Cholesterol

51 mg

This light and moist lemon loaf is like a slice of sunshine in every bite! Whether you're serving it with tea or enjoying it as an afternoon pick-me-up, this lemon loaf strikes the perfect balance between tangy and sweet. It's a simple, delightful bake that’s sure to brighten any day.

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