Copycat Starbucks Lemon Loaf

A tangy, moist, and sweet lemon loaf that tastes just like the classic Starbucks treat—perfect with a cup of tea or coffee!

Ingredients:
For the Lemon Loaf:
Butter – 1/2 cup, softened
Granulated Sugar – 1 cup
Lemon Zest – from 2 lemons
Eggs – 3 large
Milk – 1/2 cup
Lemon Juice – 1/4 cup, freshly squeezed
Vanilla Extract – 1 tsp
All-Purpose Flour – 1 1/2 cups
Baking Powder – 1 tsp
Salt – 1/4 tsp
For the Lemon Glaze:
Lemon Juice – 2 tbsp, freshly squeezed
Powdered Sugar – 1 cup, sifted
Vanilla Extract – 1/2 tsp
Instructions:
Prepare the Batter

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and lemon zest until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

In a small bowl, mix the milk, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk mixture, until well combined and smooth.
Bake the Lemon Loaf

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the loaf cool completely.
Prepare the Lemon Glaze

In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust the consistency with a bit more lemon juice or powdered sugar if needed.
Glaze and Serve

Drizzle the lemon glaze over the cooled loaf. Allow it to set before slicing. Enjoy this tangy, moist, and sweet treat!
This homemade lemon loaf is a deliciously tangy and moist treat—perfect for any lemon lover!