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Lemon Cake to Die For

Moist, tender lemon loaf cake with bright citrus flavor and sweet glossy glaze, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Baking
Calories: 285

Ingredients
  

Cake Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 eggs large
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon zest
  • 0.33 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 0.5 cup whole milk
Lemon Glaze
  • 1.5 cups powdered sugar
  • 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest for garnish

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Wire rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract and lemon zest.
  5. Combine lemon juice and milk in a small bowl.
  6. Add flour mixture to butter mixture in three additions, alternating with lemon juice mixture, beginning and ending with flour. Mix just until combined.
  7. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake 50-60 minutes, until toothpick inserted in center comes out with moist crumbs.
  8. Cool in pan for 15 minutes, then remove to wire rack.
  9. Whisk together powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Pour over warm cake.
  10. Let cake cool completely to set glaze. Garnish with additional lemon zest before serving.

Notes

Cake stays moist for up to 4 days at room temperature when stored in airtight container. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.