Copycat Starbucks Lemon Loaf
Bring the irresistible taste of Starbucks Lemon Loaf to your home with this easy-to-make recipe. A perfect blend of zesty lemon and moist texture, topped with a simple lemon icing – enjoy the homemade version of this beloved Starbucks treat!
Servings: 12 slices
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ⅔ cup butter, melted
Lemon icing
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoon heavy whipping cream
- 2 cups powdered sugar, more or less for consistency
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit, spray a loaf pan (mine is 9×5) with baking spray, and set aside.
- Whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder in a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, combine the lemon zest and sugar, mixing with your fingers until the zest is coated with the sugar and the mixture is very fragrant.
- In a third bowl, beat together the sour cream, vanilla extract, eggs, lemon juice, and butter. Mix until it is well combined, then beat in the sugar and lemon zest mixture.
- Add in the dry ingredients and beat until it all comes together smoothly. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, the loaf should be browned slightly, and a toothpick inserted into the middle should come out clean.
- Remove the loaf from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Remove the loaf from the pan and let it cool to room temperature before icing.
- To make the icing, in a bowl, mix together the lemon zest, lemon juice, heavy whipping cream, and powdered sugar. Ice the loaf when it is cooled and enjoy!
Notes
Store the loaf in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or the fridge for up to a week.
Nutrition
Serving: 1slice | Calories: 356kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 88mg | Sodium: 156mg | Potassium: 137mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 37g | Vitamin A: 540IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 1mg
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