This Bakery-Style Lemon Loaf is made with Greek yogurt, olive oil, and finished with a sweet lemon syrup. It's a delightful blend of flavors and perfect for any occasion. The loaf is moist and zesty, ensuring a flavorful bite every time. A great addition is the optional lemon glaze for an extra touch of sweetness.
1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2: In a large bowl, rub the sugar and lemon zest together with your fingers until fragrant and slightly yellow.
3: Add lemon juice, eggs, oil, Greek yogurt, cream, and milk. Whisk until smooth and fully combined.
4: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
5: Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined—do not overmix.
6: Pour the batter into a loaf pan.
7: Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8: Tent with foil if the top browns too quickly.
9: While the loaf bakes, combine lemon juice and ¼ cup sugar in a small saucepan and heat over medium, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and set aside.
10: Once the loaf is out of the oven, let it cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes.
11: While still warm, poke small holes across the top with a toothpick or skewer.
12: Slowly pour the lemon syrup over the loaf, allowing it to soak in. Let sit another 10–15 minutes in the pan before removing to cool fully on a wire rack.
13: For the optional glaze, whisk powdered sugar with lemon juice until smooth and drizzle over the cooled loaf.
