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Starbucks CopyCat Lemon Loaf Recipe

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  • Author: Amina
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Description

This Starbucks CopyCat Lemon Loaf recipe replicates the beloved moist and tangy lemon pound cake found at Starbucks. With bright lemon zest and extract combined in a tender crumb loaf, it’s topped with a sweet lemon glaze for a perfect balance of sweet and citrus flavors. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, this easy-to-make loaf uses simple pantry ingredients and bakes to perfection in under an hour.

Ingredients

Batter

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (a little over ¾ cup can be used, for sugar-free option use Lakanto Monkfruit Baking Sugar)
  • 1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt (Greek yogurt preferred)
  • 1/2 cup oil (canola, vegetable, or grapeseed oil)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons pure lemon extract (Nielsen-Massey recommended)

Glaze

  • 3/4 cup to 1 cup confectioners’ sugar (for sugar-free option, use Lakanto’s Monkfruit Powdered Sugar)
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9×5-inch loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray and line it with parchment paper for easy removal. Spray the parchment with non-stick spray as well.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, sour cream or Greek yogurt, and oil until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  4. Add Lemon Flavor: Stir in the lemon zest and lemon extract thoroughly to infuse the batter with citrus flavor.
  5. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients and gently whisk or stir just until combined. Avoid over-mixing; a few lumps are fine.
  6. Pour Batter and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for about 52 to 57 minutes.
  7. Prevent Over-Browning: For the last 10 minutes of baking, loosely tent the loaf pan with foil to prevent the top and sides from browning too much before the loaf cooks through.
  8. Cool the Loaf: Allow the lemon loaf to cool in the pan on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before glazing.
  9. Prepare Glaze: In a medium bowl, mix confectioners’ sugar and lemon juice until smooth and well combined.
  10. Glaze and Serve: Drizzle the lemon glaze over the cooled loaf before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Lining the pan with parchment paper ensures easy removal of the loaf without sticking.
  • Use fresh lemon zest and high-quality lemon extract for the best citrus flavor.
  • Do not over-mix the batter to keep the loaf tender and moist.
  • Tenting the loaf with foil prevents excessive browning on the crust.
  • Allow the loaf to cool adequately before glazing to ensure the glaze sets properly.
  • Options for sugar-free substitutions are provided for both granulated sugar and powdered sugar.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://aminabakes.com/starbucks-copycat-lemon-loaf-recipe/