Lemon Drizzle Cake Recipe
Introduction
Creating a perfect Lemon Drizzle Cake is an art that anyone can master. This delectable dessert has a refreshing, tangy flavor that is instantly captivating, and the moist, fluffy texture is truly irresistible. In this guide, I’ll provide a step-by-step walkthrough to help you create your very own Lemon Drizzle Cake from scratch.
Ingredients
200g (7oz) of self-raising flour
200g (7oz) of caster sugar
200g (7oz) of softened butter
4 large eggs
Zest and juice of 2 lemons
85g (3oz) of powdered sugar
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Grease and line a loaf tin with baking parchment.
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, caster sugar, butter, eggs, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into the loaf tin, leveling the top with a spoon, then bake for 45-50 minutes until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the cake is cooling, mix together the lemon juice and powdered sugar to make the drizzle. Prick the warm cake all over with a skewer, then pour over the drizzle.
- Allow the cake to fully cool in the tin before removing and serving.
Notes/Tips
This cake is best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week. For an extra lemony kick, add a teaspoon of lemon extract to the cake mixture.
