The Perfect Lemon Loaf Cake Recipe

The Perfect Lemon Loaf Cake Recipe There’s something magical about the smell of lemon wafting through your kitchen, isn’t there? It’s fresh, zesty, and makes you feel like you’ve got your life together—even if your laundry says otherwise. Today, we’re diving into the deliciously simple world of lemon loaf cake. It’s the kind of treat that works for everything: tea time, dessert, or when you just need a “me moment.” Let’s get started, shall we? Ingredients Here’s what you’ll need (and don’t worry, nothing weird—no goat’s milk or saffron threads here): 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon salt 1 cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs ½ cup unsalted butter, melted (because butter is life) ½ cup whole milk Zest of 2 lemons (you’ll feel fancy zesting, trust me) 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For the glaze: