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Starbucks Copycat Lemon Loaf

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A delightful lemon loaf cake that captures the essence of sunny lemon flavors, perfect for snacking or dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tbsp lemon zest (from about 2 lemons)
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp lemon extract
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (for glaze)
  • 1/2 tsp lemon zest (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well-blended.
  3. In a larger bowl, whisk the eggs with the sugar, sour cream (or yogurt), vegetable oil, and melted butter until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  4. Stir in the lemon zest, fresh lemon juice, vanilla extract, and lemon extract until combined.
  5. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredient mix into your wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined; be careful not to overmix.
  6. Pour the batter into your greased loaf pan and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. To make the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
  9. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled loaf, and if desired, sprinkle with additional lemon zest for an extra touch.

Notes

Feel free to swap out sour cream for Greek yogurt for a slightly tangier flavor. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or freeze for up to three months.

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