Greek Yogurt Lemon Loaf (Printable Version)
A moist, tender lemon loaf enriched with Greek yogurt for a delicate crumb and bright citrus flavor
# What You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
05 - 1 cup Greek yogurt, full-fat or low-fat
06 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1/3 cup light olive oil or vegetable oil
09 - Zest of 2 lemons
10 - 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
11 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Lemon Glaze
12 - 3/4 cup powdered sugar
13 - 2–3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well blended.
03 - In a separate bowl, combine Greek yogurt, granulated sugar, eggs, oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and fully incorporated.
04 - Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Gently fold with a spatula until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
05 - Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula for even baking.
06 - Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
07 - Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then carefully remove to a wire rack to cool completely.
08 - Whisk powdered sugar with enough lemon juice to achieve a thick but pourable consistency.
09 - Drizzle glaze over the completely cooled loaf. Slice into 10 pieces and serve.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The Greek yogurt creates the most tender crumb youve ever tasted, like a cloud that somehow decided to become cake
- Its equally perfect with morning coffee or as an afternoon pick-me-up when you need something sweet but not heavy
02 -
- Overmixing is the enemy here, once you see the flour disappear, put down the spatula and walk away
- The glaze needs to be thick enough to stay put but thin enough to drizzle, start with two tablespoons juice and add the third only if needed
03 -
- Room temperature ingredients combine more easily, so take everything out of the fridge at least thirty minutes before starting
- Spray your parchment paper with cooking spray for absolutely foolproof removal every single time