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    Lemon Cornbread Loaf

    Published: Apr 27, 2015 · Modified: Nov 2, 2022 by Anna 27 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Lemon Cornbread Loaf - soft and fluffy cornbread packed with lemon and baked in a loaf pan. Paired with your favorite fruit preserves it makes for a simple yet delicious treat! 

    Lemon Cornbread Loaf crunchycreamysweet.com

    I don't think I will ever get tired of lemon desserts, breads, muffins or scones. I adore them! The recent lack of sunshine makes me striving for sunny colors and lemon seems to fill the gap. Hence the cornbread loaf.

    It sort of just happened one day. I usually bake my cornbread in a skillet or in a muffin pan but that day I reached for the loaf pan and there was no turning back. It doesn't hurt that I also have a couple of jars of my favorite preserves. I am looking for more ways to enjoy it and this cornbread loaf happened to be perfect for it!

    Sliced Lemon Cornbread on a plate.

    It's also great to have a recipe that you can bake in a skillet, square pan, muffin pan and now also in a loaf pan. Choose depending on your mood or the dish that you want to pair it with. Either way, you will love this soft and fluffy cornbread perfection!

    Recently, I have been adding lemon to sweet and savory dishes. These Lemon Garlic Roasted Potatoes happened again this week because I can't get enough of them. Have you made them yet? They are crazy good! Also, I've been experimenting with no-bake desserts that have lemon fillings and they all came out insanely delicious! I can't wait to share them! And this Lemon Crumb Cake with a cheesecake layer - my favorite!!

    If you make this Lemon Cornbread Loaf, don't forget to snap a photo and tag me on social media! I'd love to see it and share it too!

    Enjoy!

    Easy Lemon Cornbread Recipe crunchycreamysweet.com
    Sliced Lemon Cornbread on a plate.

    Lemon Cornbread Loaf

    Author: Anna
    Lemon Cornbread Loaf - soft and fluffy cornbread packed with lemon and baked in a loaf pan. Paired with your favorite fruit preserves it makes for a simple yet delicious treat! 
    5 from 10 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 22 mins
    Total Time 32 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 1 loaf
    Calories 2022 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
    • 1 cup all-purpose flour
    • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
    • 2 teaspoon baking powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt
    • 1 Tablespoon lemon zest
    • 2 Tablespoons lemon juice
    • 1 cup milk minus 2 Tablespoons see note
    • 1 large egg
    • 1/4 cup vegetable oil

    Instructions
     

    • Grease a 9" x 5" loaf pan. Dust with 1 tablespoon of cornmeal and 1 tablespoon of flour. Set aside.
    • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
    • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
    • Place lemon juice in a measuring cup. Add enough milk to make 1 cup of liquid. Let sit for 2 minutes, until the milk sours.
    • In a small measuring bowl, whisk egg, oil, lemon zest and the sour milk.
    • Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until well mixed.
    • Pour the batter into the loaf pan.
    • Bake for 20 to 23 minutes OR until the toothpick inserted in few places in the bread comes out clean.
    • Cool completely in the pan, remove and serve.

    Notes

    You can use 1 cup of buttermilk in this recipe, however to add more lemon flavor - I used lemon juice and milk to make sour milk which works great as a homemade version of buttermilk.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 2022kcal | Carbohydrates: 296g | Protein: 42g | Fat: 77g | Saturated Fat: 52g | Cholesterol: 188mg | Sodium: 1313mg | Potassium: 1836mg | Fiber: 18g | Sugar: 82g | Vitamin A: 635IU | Vitamin C: 19.4mg | Calcium: 666mg | Iron: 12mg
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    1. Carol Krone says

      April 03, 2022 at 10:09 am

      Time is way off for a loaf of cornbread. Turned out it took closer to twice as long as your recipe calls for.

      Reply
    2. Donna says

      April 14, 2020 at 9:32 am

      This looks awesome with a reasonable amount of sugar. Can I make muffins instead of a loaf ? Thank you!!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        April 16, 2020 at 4:43 pm

        Hi Donna! Absolutely! Muffins should work just fine.

        Reply
        • ALNE says

          October 04, 2020 at 12:31 pm

          If I make muffins, how long should I put it in the oven for?

          Reply
          • Anna says

            October 04, 2020 at 3:49 pm

            I suggest 15 to 18 minutes.

            Reply
    3. Kim Beaulieu says

      May 01, 2015 at 12:52 am

      5 stars
      I want it, I need it, I must have it. This is seriously gorgeous.

      Reply
    4. Nutmeg Nanny says

      April 30, 2015 at 11:31 pm

      5 stars
      I will never tire of cornbread either! I love that you paired it with lemon to give it a nice fresh spring flavor.

      Reply
    5. Jennie says

      April 30, 2015 at 6:30 am

      5 stars
      I have been overly obsessed with lemon lately. Last night, I jumped out of bed and went downstairs to make myself a batch of homemade lemon cookies. Because, sometimes you just need a cookie. This bread looks amazing. I'm a lover of cornbread, and I'm betting the lemon takes it to a whole new level of deliciousness. Pinned.

      Reply
    6. Paula says

      April 29, 2015 at 9:30 am

      5 stars
      Lemon in cornbread? Yes! I need to try this soon.

      Reply
    7. Lora says

      April 29, 2015 at 5:02 am

      5 stars
      It's not cold here, but it's been pouring rain here for days in FL...your lemon cornbread is just what I need! I love that you made it in a loaf pan and that would be just perfect for breakfast right now.

      Reply
    8. Alyssa says

      April 28, 2015 at 8:50 pm

      5 stars
      This loaf sounds incredible! I love cornbread, but we usually just have it with our dinner. Your twist makes it perfect for breakfast!

      Reply
    9. Amanda says

      April 28, 2015 at 6:48 pm

      5 stars
      I am loving this lemony twist on cornbread!

      Reply
    10. Ginny McMeans says

      April 28, 2015 at 5:04 pm

      5 stars
      I also love lemon in my desserts (and non desserts too). This cornbread is right up my alley and I am afraid I will want to eat the whole thing. Okay, I'll be careful.

      Reply
    11. Lauren Kelly Nutrition says

      April 28, 2015 at 5:00 pm

      I love that you added lemon to cornbread! So smart

      Reply
    12. Martha says

      April 28, 2015 at 3:48 pm

      5 stars
      What a great twist on a classic cornbread recipe! Love this idea!

      Reply
    13. Ashley says

      April 28, 2015 at 2:49 pm

      5 stars
      I've never seen lemon in cornbread but it looks delish!

      Reply
    14. The Food Hunter says

      April 28, 2015 at 2:34 pm

      the crumb on this looks perfect

      Reply
    15. Joy says

      April 28, 2015 at 1:51 pm

      I love cornbread, lemon sounds like a wonderful addition!

      Reply
    16. Kristen says

      April 28, 2015 at 12:56 pm

      What a great way to freshen up cornbread! Loving this!

      Reply
    17. Barrett says

      April 28, 2015 at 12:45 pm

      I love cornmeal in cakes- all that extra texture. And it's rhubarb curd season. Count me in on this cake.

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        April 30, 2015 at 10:23 am

        Oooo! Now I want the rhubarb curd!

        Reply
    18. Kate says

      April 28, 2015 at 12:29 am

      This loaf looks amazing!! LOVE the burst of lemon flavor and then all that jam on top...mmmmmm!! Come to mama!

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        April 30, 2015 at 10:15 am

        Thanks, Kate!

        Reply
    19. Jeff the Chef says

      April 27, 2015 at 5:01 pm

      I am a fellow fan of lemons, so I'm really eager to try this. You've also paired it with one of my favorite jams! What are your thoughts on how it would with savory foods? Or is it more of a snack or dessert?

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        April 30, 2015 at 10:13 am

        If you cut the sugar down to only two tablespoons, you can use it with a savory dish. I was going for a sweet treat. Either way - it's fantastic! Thanks, Jeff!

        Reply
    20. Ashley says

      April 27, 2015 at 1:10 pm

      I just love lemon anything! And bread. So this is a total win for me! I can just imagine how good this would be with those preserves!

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        April 30, 2015 at 10:08 am

        Thanks, Ashley!

        Reply

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