Healthy Lemon Loaf

5 from 2 votes

Starbucks iced lemon loaf with less sugar, more protein, and even better flavor. Impress guests with this easy, nutritious, and drool-worthy dessert.

Prep Time10

Cook Time45

Total Time55

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Gluten Free, Starbucks Copycat

Servings: slices

Position your oven rack to the middle and pre-heat to 350 F. Line a loaf pan with parchment paper and set aside.
To a large mixing bowl, add all dry ingredients. Whisk to combine, and set aside.
To a new large mixing bowl, add all wet ingredients. Whisk until completely smooth.
Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients. Gently mix until just combined, being careful not to over-mix your batter.
Pour batter into prepared loaf pan, and spread to the edges if needed.
Bake for 40-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean with just a few moist crumbs. The top should look golden brown and set, and lightly cracked.
Let it cool in the pan for 15-minutes, then remove and transfer to a wire rack. Let it rest for a few hours or until it completely cools to room temperature.
Meanwhile, prepare your glaze. Add powdered sugar and lemon juice to a small bowl and mix until smooth.
Place your cooled loaf on a piece of parchment paper. Pour glaze over top, and spread to the edges. Let this rest for a few minutes until the glaze appears matte and set, then slice and enjoy!

Nutrition facts calculated with glaze included.
If you use a 9x5-inch loaf pan, you will likely need to reduce cooking time. Start with less and keep a close eye on your loaf.
You are welcome to swap oil for melted butter if preferred.