GLAZED CITRUS LOAF

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I always have the ingredients on hand for this cakelike treat bursting with lemon and lime. The simple glaze is a must-it forms a marvelous sweet-tart coating on the warm loaf.-Joyce Moynihan, Lakeville, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h25m

Yield 1 loaf (16 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
4 large eggs
3 teaspoons grated lemon zest
3 teaspoons grated lime zest
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
GLAZE:
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon grated lime zest

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. Grease and flour a 9x5-in. loaf pan. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in lemon and lime zests. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture(batter will be thick)., Transfer to prepared pan. Bake 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack; cool 10 minutes longer., In a small saucepan, combine glaze ingredients; cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Gradually brush onto warm loaf, allowing glaze to soak into loaf before adding more. Cool completely.

Nutrition Facts :

Jabulani Dlamini
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I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Piestar Gaming
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This recipe is a waste of time. The loaf is dry and the glaze is too sweet.


Victoria Coffie
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I'm really disappointed with this recipe. The loaf is dense and the glaze is too thick.


Ayden Wildey
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This loaf is not worth the effort. It's bland and the glaze is too runny.


Khawar King
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I followed the recipe exactly and the loaf turned out dry. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Shifat Sarkar
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This loaf is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still good.


Mgogo Classic
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I'm not a huge fan of citrus, but this loaf is delicious! The glaze is what really makes it.


Blessing Clement
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This loaf is amazing! The citrus flavors are so refreshing and the glaze is the perfect finishing touch.


Siphokazi Ndebele
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This loaf is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again and again.


serdemberel serka
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I made this loaf for my family and they loved it! It's a great recipe for a special occasion.


Nkanyiso Mbunga
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This is a really good loaf cake. The glaze is the perfect finishing touch.


Thanuja Nimsara
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This loaf is so moist and flavorful. I love the tangy citrus flavor.


Kyonah Edwards
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I love the citrus flavor in this loaf. It's a great way to brighten up a gloomy day.


Bakhtawar jan mahsood
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy loaf cake. The citrus flavor is nice and bright.


Siyanda Masilela
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I followed the recipe exactly and the loaf turned out great! It's moist and flavorful and the glaze is delicious.


spirit keepers
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This loaf was so easy to make and it turned out perfect! The glaze is the perfect finishing touch.


Mike Skillz
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The flavors in this loaf are amazing! The citrus and the glaze complement each other perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


M Rose E
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I made this loaf for a brunch party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the moist texture and the tangy citrus flavor. I'll definitely be making it again.


Tricia Coghlan
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This glazed citrus loaf is a delightful treat! The citrus flavors are perfectly balanced and the glaze adds a lovely touch of sweetness. I highly recommend this recipe.