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Lemon Rhubarb Loaf with Glaze

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  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50–60 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A tangy and sweet Lemon Rhubarb Loaf topped with a zesty glaze, perfect for spring! The combination of tart rhubarb and bright lemon will leave your taste buds satisfied


Ingredients

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  • For the Loaf:

    • 1/2 cup butter, softened

    • 1 cup sugar

    • 2 eggs

    • 1/4 cup lemon juice

    • Zest of 1 lemon

    • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

    • 1/2 tsp baking powder

    • 1/2 tsp baking soda

    • 1/4 tsp salt

    • 1/2 cup sour cream or yogurt

    • 1 cup diced rhubarb

  • For the Glaze:

    • 1/2 cup powdered sugar

    • 12 tbsp lemon juice

    • Optional: 1 tbsp rhubarb syrup or compote for color


Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease a loaf pan.

  • Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, lemon juice, and lemon zest.

  • In a separate bowl, mix dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add dry mixture to the wet mixture and combine well.

  • Add sour cream or yogurt and mix until smooth.

  • Gently fold in the diced rhubarb.

  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

  • Allow the loaf to cool completely before glazing.

 

  • For the glaze, mix powdered sugar and lemon juice, adding rhubarb syrup or compote for color if desired. Drizzle over the cooled loaf.


Notes

  • Make sure the rhubarb is diced into small pieces to ensure it bakes evenly throughout the loaf.

  • You can store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

 

  • For an extra touch, serve the loaf with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 21g
  • Sodium: 100mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 31g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg