Lemon Rhubarb Loaf with Glaze Recipe
This Lemon Rhubarb Loaf with Glaze is a delightful treat that perfectly balances the tangy freshness of lemon with the unique flavor of rhubarb. A moist and tender loaf topped with a sweet and tangy glaze, this recipe is a must-try for any baking enthusiast.
- Author: admin1
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf (about 10-12 slices) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
For the loaf:
- 1/2 cup butter (softened)
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup sour cream or yogurt
- 1 cup diced rhubarb
For the glaze:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 –2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Optional: 1 tablespoon rhubarb syrup or compote for color
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Lemon: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then add the lemon juice and lemon zest.
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in Sour Cream and Rhubarb: Stir in the sour cream or yogurt until the batter is smooth. Gently fold in the diced rhubarb.
- Bake: 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.
- Cool and Glaze: Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Whisk together powdered sugar and lemon juice for the glaze, adding rhubarb syrup for color if desired. Drizzle over the cooled loaf before slicing and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Lemon Rhubarb Loaf, Rhubarb Recipe, Lemon Dessert, Baking with Rhubarb