Easy Lemon Drizzle Cake Recipe

Ah, lemon drizzle cake – it’s a classic that never fails to hit the spot. This easy lemon drizzle cake recipe adds a delicious citrusy twist to a classic sponge. It’s light and fluffy and will make a wonderful addition to any tea-time treat. Plus, it’s a great way to use up any lemons you may have lying around.

Ingredients

225g unsalted butter (room temperature)
225g caster sugar
4 eggs (room temperature)
225g self-raising flour
2 lemons, zested
3 tablespoons of lemon juice
100g of caster sugar

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Cake Batter

Preheat your oven to 180°C and grease your cake tin (I like to use a round 20cm tin).

Using a stand mixer, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the eggs, one at a time, making sure to mix between each addition. Add in the lemon zest and mix until combined.

Sift in the self-raising flour and fold into the mixture. Beat until smooth and then pour into the cake tin. Bake in the oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the cake is golden and a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean.

Step 2: Make the Lemon Drizzle

Mix together the lemon juice and caster sugar, stirring until the sugar has dissolved. Once the cake is out of the oven, you can use a skewer to make some holes in the top. This will allow the lemon drizzle to sink into the cake. Then, pour the lemon drizzle over the top of the cake and allow to cool.

Step 3: Enjoy!

Your delicious lemon drizzle cake is now ready to be enjoyed! Cut into slices and serve with a cup of tea or coffee. Store any uneaten cake in an airtight container. Enjoy!

Nutrition

This lemon drizzle cake is a delicious treat that’s full of flavour. One serving (1/8th of the cake) contains approximately:

Calories: 370
Total Fat: 17g
Total Carbs: 49g
Protein: 5g

This cake is a great way to enjoy a sweet treat without the guilt. It’s full of flavour and makes for a great addition to any tea-time spread. Plus, it’s easy to make and is sure to be a hit with friends and family!