Gluten-Free Lemon Loaf with Glaze (Dairy-Free) – A Zesty, Moist Delight!
A deliciously moist and zesty gluten-free lemon loaf topped with a sweet glaze, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup coconut oil, melted
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup almond milk (or any dairy-free milk)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the melted coconut oil, eggs, almond milk, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the glaze, mix powdered sugar with lemon juice until smooth and drizzle over the cooled loaf.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are gluten-free.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- This loaf can be frozen for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg