Lemon loaf cake

Preparation stepsTotal time: 55 min

1. 1

   Zest5 min

   

   Grate the lemons and squeeze one of them. Count the time from when you start, and only move on once you get the result described. Amount for this step: 2 lemons.

2. 2

   Batter5 min

   

   In a mixing bowl, combine the butter, sugar, eggs, flour, baking powder, zest and juice. Stir from the center outward until smooth, with no dry pockets at the bottom. Dust the work surface lightly with flour. If the dough sticks, ten minutes in the fridge firms it up better than extra flour. Amount for this step: 1 packet of baking powder.

3. 3

   Pan5 min

   

   A buttered loaf pan. Count the time from when you start, and only move on once you get the result described.

4. 4

   Bake40 min

   

   40 minutes at 170°C. Preheat the oven to the temperature given, with the rack in the middle. Only open the door if the recipe says so: the dish is ready when it is golden and the time is up.