Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until it becomes light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the lemon zest.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk and lemon juice. Begin and end with the dry ingredients.
- Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and bake in the preheated oven for about 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the cake is baking, prepare the lemon glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and enough lemon juice to achieve your desired glaze consistency.
- Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for a few minutes. Then, remove the cake from the pan and transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the cake is cool, drizzle the lemon glaze over the top.
- Slice and enjoy your homemade lemon loaf!
This recipe is a close approximation to the Starbucks Lemon Loaf, and it should satisfy your craving for a delicious lemon-flavored treat. You can adjust the amount of lemon juice in the glaze to suit your taste, making it more or less tangy.