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Starbucks Copycat Lemon Loaf

Starbucks Copycat Lemon Loaf is a delightful treat that brings the cozy café experience right into your kitchen. This moist, tangy loaf bursts with fresh lemon flavor, making it the perfect companion for afternoon tea or a sweet dessert after dinner. With a beautiful glaze and soft texture, this easy recipe is sure to impress your friends and family!

  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 10 slices 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
  • 2 tbsp lemon zest (from about 2 lemons)
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix eggs, sour cream, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.
  5. Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Let cool for 10 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack. Drizzle with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar mixed with lemon juice.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: <1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: For an extra citrus twist, substitute half of the lemon zest with lime or orange zest. Add poppy seeds for added texture or customize with blueberries for a fruity variation. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.