Moist Lemon Loaf Cake
Prepare to embark on a delightful culinary journey as we unveil the secrets to creating the perfect moist lemon loaf cake. Bursting with vibrant citrus flavors and boasting a tender crumb, this recipe is a testament to the harmonious fusion of simplicity and sophistication in baking.
Equipment
- 9x5-inch loaf pan
Ingredients
- 150 ml milk
- 2 and ½ tablespoons lemon juice
- 200 g powder sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 100 g unsalted butter room temperature
- 2 large eggs
- 200 g all purpose flour
- 1 and ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ⅓ teaspoons salt
Instructions
- First, prepare the milk and sugar mixture. In a glass, combine the milk with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and mix well. Set aside for about 10 minutes until the milk thickens.
- In a bowl, mix together the powdered sugar with lemon zest and vanilla extract. Set aside, similar to the milk mixture, for about 10 minutes.
- In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder and salt. Set aside.
- Using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed, cream together the softened butter and the sugar mixture until smooth, light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition until the mixture is fluffy and creamy.
- Gradually add half of the flour mixture, half of the milk mixture, and the remaining lemon juice, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Add the remaining flour and milk mixture and mix until the batter is smooth and well combined.
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured loaf pan and bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the decoration, mix the powdered sugar with lemon juice until you get a thick and consistent glaze. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled loaf and sprinkle with additional lemon zest if desired.
- Allow the glaze to set before slicing and serving. Enjoy your lemon loaf cake!
- Happy baking!