Copycat Starbucks Lemon Loaf
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Copycat Starbucks Lemon Loaf
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Copycat Starbucks Lemon Loaf recipe made at home. A moist lemon pound cake topped with a sweet lemon glaze. It's freezer friendly too!
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Ingredients
For the Bread:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 5 large eggs
- 5 lemons zested and juiced (save the juice)
- 2 cups vanilla Greek Yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Simple Syrup:
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup reserved lemon juice from your fresh lemons above
For the Lemon Glaze:
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup reserved lemon juice from your fresh lemons above
- 2-4 Tablespoons heavy cream or milk
Instructions
- Zest and juice all the lemons first. You should have approximately 1 cup juice from your lemons. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, combine your flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl beat butter with sugar until fluffy (about 2 minutes). Add eggs, one at a time, beating until fully incorporated. Beat in lemon zest, 1/4 cup of lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
- Beat in flour mixture and yogurt alternatively until fully combined (in about 3 additions).
- Pour batter into TWO 9x5-inch loaf pans that have been greased with baking spray. Bake in a 350 degree F oven for 40 minutes. Cover loosely with foil and bake an additional 20-30 minutes until toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Remove from oven. In a small saucepan, whisk together the simple syrup ingredients over low heat. Whisk until sugar is dissolved. Poke holes in lemon loaf using a toothpick. Pour syrup over loaves. Remove from pan and cool on wire rack.
- For the glaze, whisk together the sugar, lemon juice and heavy cream. Add more or less cream to get desired consistency. Pour over cooled bread. Allow to set (about 15 minutes). Slice and enjoy. Store in airtight container for up to 5 days. ENJOY!
Notes
- Use our tips and tricks on how to zest a lemon.
- Best lemon glaze consistency: Add more cream (a tablespoon at a time) for a thinner lemon glaze. If you want a thicker icing, add less cream.
- Storing: This loaf is best stored covered at room temperature. It stays moist and delicious for up to 5 days.
- Slicing: I recommend using a serrated bread knife for even, professional looking slices.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
375kcal
(19%)
Carbohydrates
61g
(20%)
Protein
6g
(12%)
Fat
13g
(20%)
Saturated Fat
8g
(40%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
4g
Cholesterol
78mg
(26%)
Sodium
236mg
(10%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
44g
(88%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 20slices
Amount Per Serving
Calories 375 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 375kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 61g | 20% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Cholesterol | 78mg | 26% |
| Sodium | 236mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 44g | 88% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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