Today's Tuesday with Dorie/Baking with Julia is hosted by
Michelle who blogs at
The Beauty of Life and
Truc who blogs at
Treats. Check their blogs for the complete recipe. I also saw some amazing cakes and cookies on their blogs, so spend a moment and get to know these bakers.
So...Lemon Loaf Cakes, I made this treat today. The beauty of making something at the last minute is that you can use the advice of many bakers who are not procrastinators.
This cake comes together in five minutes says the instructions. I guess this baker didn't have 4 small children under 5 in their kitchen. But it did come together quickly and in one bowl. I rubbed my lemon zest into my sugar--a trick I learned from Dorie. It smells heavenly and makes me happy. I also added the juice of a lemon to up the lemon flavor. I baked 3 small loaves in my Pampered Chef Mini Loaf Pan. I also made a frosting with a little butter, powdered sugar and lemon juice.
The verdict...delicious! The cake had a tight crumb and was very tender. I think a bit more salt would help and maybe some lemon oil to up the lemon flavor. Next time I make this I will serve it with a fresh blueberry sauce and whipped cream.
It's funny how kids "helping" really slows the process down. Glad you guys liked it, it looks perfect!
ReplyDeleteI adore your sunny lemon loaf on the suburst flower plate - it sings "spring" to me.
ReplyDeleteHow great that you enjoyed the loaf, I liked it too!!!
ReplyDeleteIt looks delicious! Very high on the YUM rating scale. :)
ReplyDeletelemon is one of my favorite flavors. Anything citrus-y is a big plus in our house. (almost ranks as high as chocolate)
ReplyDeleteOh my. The thought of blueberry sauce makes me want to bake this again as soon as the blueberries come in!
ReplyDeleteMine didn't come together in 5 minutes, because you have to make sure all the ingredients are at room temperature. I still liked it! It looks great with the glaze.
ReplyDeleteI ALMOST rubbed the zest into the sugar, just for that smell. Love doing that. But decided just to do exactly what the recipe said (even though I knew that wouldn't change things).
ReplyDeleteI don't think any baking/making only takes 5 minutes at my house!
Wow your plate and your bread are like a burst of sunshine! Love it!
ReplyDeleteGreat post - I love the bright yellow color of your plates. The Lemon Loaves look delicious. I also really like your blog, especially the "Brownie Motto", wonderful!
ReplyDeleteLove your photos and your version of the lemon loaf!
ReplyDeleteLisa
Even with a napping child, mine didn't come together in 5 minutes. ;) And I agree, this would be delicious with blueberries.
ReplyDeleteGreat photo! The glazed cake against the lemon background was just perfect.
ReplyDeleteI love the thick layer of icing on the cake. It looks like just the perfect addition
ReplyDeleteYummy!
ReplyDeleteYes, in 5 minutes as long as you have everything done ahead too!
Blueberries and whip cream sounds like a great way to eat it.
ReplyDeleteBeautifully done, Cindy! I love the glaze!!!
ReplyDeleteThat is the perfect plate for your loaf!
ReplyDeleteLooks delicious!! love the way the glaze looks. YUM!
ReplyDeleteThis looks delicious. I'm a big fan of lemon!
ReplyDeleteLooks delicious. You won me over with making this with blueberry sauce next time! Yum.
ReplyDeleteYour lemon loaf looks and sounds so delicious Cindy! I have a hunch I could eat that whole luscious loaf!
ReplyDeleteMore lemon and a glaze...yes yes!! That looks lovely...I loved this recipe, and the guys did as well as it went a long way, one small slice was satisfying and I didn't even glaze mine...but I will next time! I think I am caught up finally with your blog...didn't comment on all the posts, but read them all! Loved all those gifting ideas...you are so thoughtful!
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