4‑Ingredient Lemon Loaf (Easy, Zesty & Foolproof)
This soft and zesty 4‑ingredient lemon loaf is quick, budget‑friendly, and perfect for beginners. Made with condensed milk and fresh lemon, it bakes in under an hour and tastes amazing with or without glaze.
I’ve been leaning into simple, comforting recipes that don’t require much energy — just a bowl, a whisk, and a craving for something sweet. This 4‑ingredient lemon loaf is exactly that kind of bake: bright, zesty, and unbelievably easy.
It’s the perfect recipe for busy days, tired days, or “I just want cake” days. If you love quick bakes with minimal ingredients, this one will become a favourite.
Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup self‑rising flour
- 4 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tsp lemon zest
- Optional glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 –2 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 160°C. Line a loaf tin with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and condensed milk until smooth and fully combined.
- Add the self‑rising flour and whisk until the batter is smooth.
- Stir in the lemon juice and zest. Mix well.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf tin.
- Bake for around 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out mostly clean.
- Let the loaf cool completely before adding the glaze (if using).
- To make the glaze:
- Mix powdered sugar with lemon juice until you reach your desired consistency. Drizzle over the cooled loaf.