Fluffy Lemon Plumcake – Simple Homemade Loaf Recipe
Italian Lemon Plumcake is a light, citrus-scented loaf cake with a soft crumb and fresh lemon flavor. Perfect for breakfast, tea, or a sweet snack, it’s a staple in Italian kitchens.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40–45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 8–10 slices 1x
Ingredients
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3 large eggs
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¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
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Zest of 1 lemon
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2 tbsp lemon juice
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½ cup (120ml) vegetable oil (or melted butter)
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½ cup (125g) plain Greek yogurt or whole milk
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1½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
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2 tsp baking powder
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Pinch of salt
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Optional Glaze:
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½ cup powdered sugar
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1–2 tbsp lemon juice
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Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×5″ loaf pan.
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Beat eggs and sugar for 5–6 minutes until pale and fluffy.
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Gently mix in lemon zest, juice, and oil.
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Add yogurt or milk and stir to combine.
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Sift in flour, baking powder, and salt. Fold in gently.
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Pour into pan and bake 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
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Cool 10 minutes in pan, then cool completely on rack.
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Drizzle glaze over cooled cake, if using.
Notes
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Use fresh lemon zest for best flavor
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Don’t overmix batter to keep cake light
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Store up to 4 days at room temp or freeze slices for later