Description
This Lemon Rhubarb Loaf with Glaze is a delightful combination of tart rhubarb and zesty lemon flavors in a moist, tender cake. The tangy glaze adds a perfect finishing touch to this simple yet impressive dessert.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Additional Ingredient:
- 1 cup chopped fresh rhubarb
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar, then beat in eggs one at a time. Add lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and sour cream or Greek yogurt; mix until smooth.
- Combine Ingredients: Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Add Rhubarb: Gently fold in the chopped rhubarb.
- Bake: Pour batter into the prepared pan, smooth the top, and bake for 50–60 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Glaze: Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Mix powdered sugar with lemon juice for the glaze, drizzle over the loaf, and let it set.
Notes
- This loaf is best served the day it is made but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Make sure the rhubarb is chopped into small, even pieces for even distribution throughout the loaf.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Lemon Rhubarb Loaf, Rhubarb Cake, Lemon Glaze, Dessert Recipe
