The Ultimate Lemon Loaf 🍋
There’s something about lemon desserts that always feels a bit special, and this Ultimate Lemon Loaf is no exception. Bursting with fresh lemon flavor, this cake is tangy, moist, and topped with a luscious lemon icing or syrup to elevate it further. It’s the perfect accompaniment to your afternoon tea or as a sweet treat to end your meal. Here’s how to make this delightful lemon loaf.
Ingredients:
For the cake:
- 200 gr (1 cup) sugar
- 120 gr (1 stick) melted butter 🧈
- 165 gr eggs (about 3 eggs) 🥚
- Zest of 1 lemon 🍋
- 150 gr (1 1/4 cup) flour 🌾
- 80 gr lemon juice (about 2 lemons, depending on their size) 🍋
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
For the lemon icing:
- 25 gr lemon juice (1/2 lemon) 🍋
- 130 gr (1 1/3 cup) icing sugar
Substitute lemon syrup for the icing:
- 100 gr lemon juice (about 2-3 lemons, depending on their size) 🍋
- 100 gr (1/2 cup) sugar
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F).
- In a bowl, mix the melted butter, sugar, and lemon zest.
- Add the eggs, flour, and baking powder to the mixture and mix well. Then add the lemon juice and mix again.
- Line your cake tin with baking paper and pour the batter, filling the tin about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes. The cake is done when a knife comes out dry after pricking the cake.
- Cool the cake on a rack until tepid, then wrap it in cling film and let it cool completely.
For the lemon icing:
- Once the lemon loaf is at room temperature, prepare the glaze by mixing the icing sugar with the lemon juice.
- Pour the icing over the loaf placed on a cooling rack with a plate underneath to catch any drips.
- Smooth out the icing using a knife or a spatula, ensuring a thin, even layer covers the loaf.
- Bake the icing-coated loaf for 8 minutes at 100°C (210°F) to dry the icing, which should now be silky to the touch.
If using lemon syrup instead:
- Simmer lemon juice and sugar in a pan until it forms a syrup.
- Poke holes in the cake and pour the syrup over it for added moisture and lemon flavor.
Quick Facts:
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Calories: 250 kcal per serving
- Servings: 8
This lemon loaf promises a burst of sunshine with every slice, offering a perfect balance of tart and sweet. Whether you choose the classic icing or the extra moist syrup version, it’s sure to be a hit. Enjoy baking and indulging in your very own slice of lemon heaven! 🍰🍋
PrintThe Ultimate Lemon Loaf 🍋
- Total Time: 55min
- Yield: 8 1x
Ingredients
For the cake:
200 gr (1 cup) sugar
120 gr (1 stick) melted butter 🧈
165 gr eggs (about 3 eggs) 🥚
Zest of 1 lemon 🍋
150 gr (1 1/4 cup) flour 🌾
80 gr lemon juice (about 2 lemons, depending on their size) 🍋
1/2 tsp baking powder
For the lemon icing:
25 gr lemon juice (1/2 lemon) 🍋
130 gr (1 1/3 cup) icing sugar
Substitute lemon syrup for the icing:
100 gr lemon juice (about 2–3 lemons, depending on their size) 🍋
100 gr (1/2 cup) sugar
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F). 🔥
2️⃣ In a bowl, mix the melted butter, 200 gr of sugar, and lemon zest. 🍋
3️⃣ Add the eggs, flour, and baking powder to the mixture and mix well. Then add the lemon juice and mix again. 🥄
4️⃣ Line your cake tin with baking paper and pour the batter, filling the tin about 2/3 full. 🍰
5️⃣ Bake for 30-40 minutes. You will know the cake is done when a knife comes out dry after pricking the cake. ⏳
6️⃣ Place the cake on a rack until it is tepid, then wrap it in cling film and let it cool. 🌬️
For the lemon icing:
7️⃣ Once the lemon loaf is at room temperature, prepare the glaze by mixing the icing sugar with the lemon juice. 🍋
8️⃣ Place a plate under the cooling rack and unwrap the loaf. Pour the icing over the loaf. 🍰
9️⃣ Using a knife or a spatula, even out the icing so that the surplus falls onto the plate. The goal is to end up with a thin icing layer. 🔪
🔟 Place the cooling rack back in the oven and bake for 8 minutes at 100°C (210°F) to dry the icing. The icing should now be silky to the touch. 🌟
If using syrup:
7️⃣ Place the lemon juice and sugar in a pan and bring to a simmer until the mixture becomes a syrup. 🍯
8️⃣ Poke small holes into the cake surface and pour the syrup over it. The syrup will add moisture and even more lemon flavor to the cake! 🍋
- Prep Time: 15min
- Cook Time: 40min
Nutrition
- Calories: 250 Kcal