Starbucks’ Lemon Loaf is a fan favorite, known for its moist, tender crumb and vibrant lemon flavor. This copycat recipe recreates that irresistible loaf right in your kitchen, with a tangy glaze that perfectly complements the lemony goodness of the cake.
Ingredients:
For the Lemon Loaf:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (or sour cream)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp lemon zest (from about 2 lemons)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: ¼ cup poppy seeds (for added texture)
For the Lemon Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tbsp lemon zest