I can’t sing the praises of lemon recipes enough! Lemon is so zesty and just the perfect addition to everything. Try out this Chinese Lemon Chicken, this Lemon Tarragon Pasta Salad, or these Perfect Lemon Bars, and you will agree!

What is a Starbucks Lemon Loaf?

If you haven’t realized this by now, I am a big fan of Starbucks. Not only are their drinks delightful (ahem, pink drink, I am talking to you!), but their food items are so delicious! This lemon loaf is a cross between a quick bread and a pound cake. It’s moist on the inside, packed with lemon flavor, and then drizzled with a lemon glaze. This bread complements anything, and I love serving it up as a breakfast, at brunch, or even dessert. And when I tell you this is better than the original, believe me! I mean it. Save yourself a trip to Starbucks for a single slice and make a whole loaf of this at home!

What is a Starbucks Lemon Loaf Made of?

The ingredients in this recipe are easy, and I bet you already have most of them in your kitchen! Check out the recipe card at the bottom of the post for all of the exact measurements.

Flour: I used all-purpose flour in this recipe. Salt: The salt enhances all of the flavors in the lemon loaf. Baking Powder: This acts as a leavening agent and keeps the bread nice and soft. Sugar: The sugar balances out the tart taste of the lemon. Lemon Zest: Lemon zest makes this recipe so fresh. Sour Cream: When you use sour cream in this loaf, it is nice and moist. Vanilla Extract: A splash of vanilla is so delicious with the lemon flavor. Eggs: I always use large eggs whenever I am baking. Lemon Juice: This helps enhance the lemon flavor in the bread and the glaze. Butter: I use unsalted butter in this recipe. Heavy Whipping Cream: This is used in the glaze to keep it nice and creamy. Powdered Sugar: I use powdered sugar because it dissolves easily and keeps the glaze smooth.

How to Make Starbucks Lemon Loaf at Home

The best part about copycat recipes is that you get so much more out of them! Instead of just one slice, you get to enjoy an entire loaf. And trust me, it’s so delicious you will be tempted to eat the whole thing!

More Lemon Flavor: Add a tiny bit of lemon extract to the lemon juice to give it some extra zing! Sour Cream: If you don’t have sour cream, you can use full-fat plain yogurt instead! Add some crunch: If you want, add pecans, walnuts, or sliced almonds to the top of the bread just after the icing. They add in a delicious crunch if that’s your thing!

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