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Lemon Loaf Starbucks: Recipe, Taste & More

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A moist and tender lemon loaf with a bright, tangy glaze. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert!

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest, finely grated
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed (plus more if needed)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest, finely grated

Instructions

  1. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
  3. Add Eggs: Beat in the eggs one at a time, scraping down the sides of the bowl after each addition.
  4. Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Add the vegetable oil, sour cream, milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture. Beat until just combined.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Prepare the Loaf Pan: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan (or line with parchment paper).
  7. Pour Batter into Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
  8. Bake: Bake for 55-70 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs attached.
  9. Cool in Pan: Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Combine Glaze Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more lemon juice or powdered sugar as needed.
  11. Glaze the Loaf: Once the loaf is completely cool, place it on a wire rack set over a baking sheet. Pour the glaze evenly over the top of the loaf, allowing it to drip down the sides.
  12. Let Glaze Set: Let the glaze set for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for a more tender loaf.
  • Don’t overmix the batter.
  • Check for doneness with a wooden skewer.
  • Cool the loaf completely before glazing.
  • Adjust the glaze consistency to your preference.
  • For a Lemon Poppy Seed Loaf, add 2-3 tablespoons of poppy seeds to the dry ingredients.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Find it online: http://www.yumcrafty.com/lemon-loaf-starbucks/