Lemon Loaf Recipe With Cake Mix
Lemon Loaf Recipe With Cake Mix creates a moist, flavorful loaf bursting with fresh lemon taste. Combining lemon cake mix, pudding mix, sour cream, and fresh lemon juice results in a tender texture and tangy zing. A sweet lemon glaze adds the perfect finishing touch. Simple to prepare, this loaf is an easy, delicious treat for any time.
Equipment
- 9×5-inch loaf pan
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer or whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Toothpick or cake tester
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
For The Lemon Loaf:
- 1 box of lemon flavored cake mix
- 1 package of instant lemon pudding mix
- ½ cup all purpose flour
- 1 cup of milk or water
- 1 cup sour cream
- 6 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil
For The Lemon Glaze:
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 4 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat The Oven & Prep The Pan
- Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and dust it lightly with flour, or line it with parchment paper to make removing the loaf easier.
Combine Dry Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, stir together the lemon cake mix, instant pudding mix, and all-purpose flour until evenly combined.
Add And Mix Wet Ingredients
- Crack in the eggs and add the vegetable oil, ½ cup of milk or water, sour cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest if using. Blend everything together with a hand or stand mixer until the batter is smooth and creamy. The consistency should be thick but pour able. If needed, mix in a little extra milk to loosen it up.
Transfer To Pan And Bake
- Pour the batter into the loaf pan and tap it gently on the counter to release any trapped air bubbles. Place it in the oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool The Loaf
- Let the baked loaf rest in the pan for about 10 to 15 minutes. Then carefully transfer it to a wire rack and allow it to cool completely before adding the glaze.
Prepare The Lemon Glaze
- In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, fresh lemon juice, and a splash of milk until the glaze is smooth. Adjust as needed more sugar for a thicker consistency, more juice for a thinner drizzle.
Glaze And Serve
- Once the loaf is fully cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top. Let it set for 10 to 15 minutes. Slice and enjoy the sweet, zesty lemon flavour.
Notes
For a juicier loaf, brush warm baked loaf with a simple syrup (¼ cup lemon juice + ¼ cup sugar) and let it soak in before glazing.
Glaze texture: Thin with more juice if too thick. Too runny? Add more powdered sugar.