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Lemon Loaf Bread

Delicious and Moist Lemon Loaf Bread Recipe for Every Occasion

This Lemon Loaf Bread is a delightful, moist treat perfect for every occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 270

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 0.25 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tablespoons lemon juice for the glaze

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix sugar and lemon zest until fragrant, then add yogurt, oil, eggs, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake for 50–55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool the loaf in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  7. Whisk powdered sugar with lemon juice to create a glaze, and drizzle over the cooled loaf.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 270kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 4gFat: 12g

Notes

Feel free to customize by adding poppy seeds or using orange zest for a twist.

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