Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk.
- Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- For added flavor, glaze the loaf with a lemon glaze after baking.
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg