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Ultra Moist Copycat Starbucks Lemon Loaf with Tangy Glaze

Close-up of a moist lemon loaf drizzled with white glaze and topped with bright lemon zest.
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This recipe produces a very moist, tender lemon loaf with a bright, zesty flavor, topped with a sweet and tangy lemon glaze, similar to the popular coffee shop version.

Ingredients

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  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the Glaze: 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • For the Glaze: 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a standard 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set this aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the granulated sugar and lemon zest. Rub them together with your fingers until the sugar smells strongly of lemon.
  4. Add the softened butter to the sugar mixture and beat until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Mix in the milk, 1/4 cup lemon juice, and vanilla extract until just combined.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until the batter is smooth. Do not overmix.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  8. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the loaf cool in the pan for 15 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. While the loaf cools, prepare the glaze: Whisk together the powdered sugar and 3 tablespoons of lemon juice until smooth and pourable. Add more powdered sugar or lemon juice as needed to reach the desired consistency.
  11. Once the loaf is completely cool, drizzle the glaze evenly over the top. Allow the glaze to set before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For the best lemon flavor, use fresh lemons for both the zest and the juice.
  • If you do not have a mixer, you can cream the butter and sugar by hand using a sturdy wooden spoon.
  • This loaf is excellent served for breakfast, brunch, or as an afternoon snack.

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