Description
\nThis Lemon Loaf Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting combines bright citrus flavor with a soft, buttery crumb and a smooth, creamy topping. Baked in a loaf pan, it has the classic coffee-shop appearance many people love.<\/p>\n
Fresh lemon juice and lemon zest give the cake its refreshing taste, while sour cream helps create a moist and tender texture. The cream cheese frosting adds a rich finish that pairs perfectly with the light citrus flavor.<\/p>\n
This homemade lemon loaf is ideal for brunch, dessert, or enjoying with coffee or tea. If you enjoy bakery-style lemon pound cake or popular coffee-shop lemon loaf cakes, this recipe offers a fresh homemade version that\u2019s simple to prepare.<\/p>\n
Ingredients
\nFor the Lemon Loaf Cake
\n1 \u00bd cups all-purpose flour
\n1 teaspoon baking powder
\n\u00bd teaspoon salt
\n\u00bd cup unsalted butter, softened
\n1 cup granulated sugar
\n2 large eggs, room temperature
\n\u2153 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
\n\u00bc cup fresh lemon juice
\n1 tablespoon lemon zest
\n1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/p>\n
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
\n4 oz cream cheese, softened
\n\u00bc cup unsalted butter, softened
\n1 \u00bd cups powdered sugar
\n1\u20132 tablespoons lemon juice (to taste)
\n\u00bd teaspoon vanilla extract<\/p>\n
Instructions
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Step 1: Prepare the Oven and Pan
\nPreheat the oven to 350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C). Grease a 9\u00d75-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper for easier removal after baking.<\/p>\n
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
\nIn a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.<\/p>\n
Step 3: Cream Butter and Sugar
\nIn a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together for about 2\u20133 minutes, until the mixture becomes light and fluffy. This step helps create a soft cake texture.<\/p>\n
Step 4: Add Eggs and Flavorings
\nAdd the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then mix in the sour cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until smooth.<\/p>\n
Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
\nGradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Mix gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake tender.<\/p>\n
Step 6: Bake the Cake
\nPour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.<\/p>\n
Bake for 45\u201355 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.<\/p>\n
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.<\/p>\n
Cream Cheese Frosting
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