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Copycat Starbucks Lemon Loaf
4.6 from 10 votes

Copycat Starbucks Lemon Loaf

Copycat Starbucks Lemon Loaf recipe made at home. A moist lemon pound cake topped with a sweet lemon glaze. It's freezer friendly too!

Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
1 hr 10 mins
Total Time
1 hr 40 mins
Servings: 20 slices
Calories: 375 kcal
Course: Bread
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

For the Bread:
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup butter softened, unsalted
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 5 egg large
  • 5 lemon zested and juiced (save the juice, plural
  • 2 cups Greek yogurt vanilla flavor
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Simple Syrup:
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup lemon juice from your fresh lemons above, reserved
For the Lemon Glaze:
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup lemon juice from your fresh lemons above, reserved
  • 2-4 Tablespoons heavy cream or milk

Instructions

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  1. Zest and juice all the lemons first. You should have approximately 1 cup juice from your lemons. Set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, combine your flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. Set aside.
  3. 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.
  4. Beat in flour mixture and yogurt alternatively until fully combined (in about 3 additions).
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. 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

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%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 20 slices

Amount Per Serving

Calories 375

% 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.