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Gluten Free Lemon Loaf With Glaze Dairy Free 2026 06 04 183354 572x1024 1

Gluten-Free Lemon Loaf with Glaze

This gluten-free lemon loaf is dairy-free and bursting with vibrant citrus flavor, perfect for tea-time gatherings or as a delightful dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 210 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the loaf

  • 1.5 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce (or dairy-free yogurt)
  • 0.5 cup coconut oil, melted (or other dairy-free options)
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 zest of 1 lemon
  • 0.5 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Adjust consistency as needed.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 loaf pan with coconut oil or line it with parchment paper.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free flour, sugar, salt, baking soda, and baking powder. Whisk until well blended.
  • In a separate bowl, mix the applesauce, melted coconut oil, eggs, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until combined smoothly.
  • Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not over-mix.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top.

Baking

  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Let the loaf cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Glazing

  • In a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar with lemon juice until smooth. Adjust the consistency as needed.
  • Once the loaf has cooled completely, drizzle the glaze over the top.

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. For added flavor, consider adding poppy seeds. If you want something sweeter, add a sprinkle of coconut sugar to the glaze. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g
Keyword dairy-free, dessert, gluten-free, Lemon Loaf, tea-time
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