Lemon Rhubarb Loaf with Glaze Recipe
Indulge in the delightful combination of tart rhubarb and zesty lemon with this Lemon Rhubarb Loaf. A perfect treat for any occasion, this moist and flavorful loaf is topped with a sweet lemon glaze that adds a finishing touch of citrusy goodness.
- Author: Elena
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
For the Loaf:
- 1/2 cup Butter, softened
- 1 cup Sugar
- 1 1/2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Baking soda
- 2 large Eggs
- 1/4 cup Lemon juice
- Zest of 1 Lemon
- 1 cup Rhubarb, chopped (optional for rhubarb flavor)
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring they are fully incorporated.
- Mix in Lemon: Add the lemon juice and lemon zest to the mixture, stirring until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, and baking soda.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
- Add Rhubarb: Fold in the chopped rhubarb, ensuring it’s evenly distributed.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Glaze: Once baked, let the loaf cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack. In a small bowl, whisk the powdered sugar with lemon juice until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled loaf.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Lemon Rhubarb Loaf, Rhubarb Bread, Lemon Glaze, Baking, Dessert