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Starbucks Copycat Lemon Loaf

Indulge in the delightful flavor of this Starbucks Copycat Lemon Loaf, featuring a perfect blend of sweet and tart. With its moist, tender texture and zesty lemon glaze, this loaf is ideal for breakfast, snacks, or afternoon tea. Easy to prepare and versatile, you can customize it with add-ins like poppy seeds or blueberries for an extra burst of flavor. Bring the café experience home and savor each luscious slice filled with sunshine!

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil
  • ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a standard loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until combined.
  3. In another bowl, beat eggs, vegetable oil, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mix and stir gently until just combined; avoid overmixing.
  5. Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan and bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  6. While cooling slightly in the pan, prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar with enough lemon juice for a drizzle consistency. Drizzle over the cooled loaf before slicing.
  • Author: Adriana
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 205
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 125mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 31g
  • Fiber: <1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: - For enhanced moisture, consider adding sour cream or yogurt. - Customize with citrus variations like orange or lime zest for a unique flavor twist. - Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to four days or freeze individual slices.