Description
A bright and aromatic lemon-infused loaf cake topped with jewel-like candied kumquats and finished with a silky citrus icing glaze, making it a delightful treat for any time of day.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup candied kumquats (plus extra for garnish)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2–3 tbsp lemon juice (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Stir in sour cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk to the wet ingredients, beginning and ending with the dry.
- Fold in chopped candied kumquats gently.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 45–55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth and pourable. Drizzle over cooled loaf.
- Top with extra candied kumquats before the glaze sets for a decorative finish.
Notes
- Use homemade or store-bought candied kumquats.
- Let the cake cool completely before glazing to prevent it from melting off.
- The loaf can be stored at room temperature for 2–3 days or refrigerated for up to 5 days.
- Wrap well and freeze without glaze for up to 1 month.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg