Starbucks Lemon Loaf Cake

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 tsp lemon extract (or fresh lemon zest for stronger flavor)
• ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• ½ cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)

For the glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• ½ tsp lemon zest

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, and softened butter until light and fluffy.
4. Mix in vanilla extract, lemon extract, lemon juice, and oil.
5. Add the dry ingredients gradually, alternating with sour cream, and mix until smooth.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Let the loaf cool completely before glazing.
8. For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and zest until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake.

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