Mary Berry Lemon Drizzle Loaf Cake Recipe

Mary Berry's Lemon Drizzle Loaf Cake Recipe

Ingredients

This lemon drizzle loaf cake from Mary Berry is a classic recipe that will have your family and friends asking for seconds. To make it, you'll need: 115g of butter, 115g caster sugar, 2 large eggs, 150g self-raising flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 2 tablespoons milk, 2-3 drops of lemon extract, 2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of caster sugar, and a pinch of ground nutmeg.

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 2lb loaf tin with butter and line the bottom of the tin with greaseproof paper. In a medium-sized bowl, cream together the butter and caster sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time. Sift in the flour and baking powder and fold into the mixture. Add the milk, lemon extract, and lemon juice, and stir until combined. Pour the cake mixture into the prepared tin, and level the top. Bake in the oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a skewer comes out clean.

Once the cake is cooked, remove from the oven and leave to cool in the tin for 10 minutes. While still in the tin, prick the top of the cake several times with a skewer, then pour over the lemon drizzle. To make the drizzle, combine the caster sugar and nutmeg in a bowl, and add enough lemon juice to make a thick syrup. Drizzle the syrup over the top of the cake and leave to cool completely before serving.

Nutrition

This lemon drizzle loaf cake is packed with flavour and makes for a deliciously indulgent treat. Each serving contains approximately 300 calories, 14g of fat, 40g of carbohydrates and 4g of protein. It also provides you with a range of essential nutrients, such as calcium, potassium, magnesium and iron.

Enjoy!

This Mary Berry lemon drizzle loaf cake is the perfect dessert for any occasion. It's surprisingly easy to make and can be enjoyed with a cup of tea or as part of a special occasion. The combination of lemon and nutmeg gives it a unique flavour that is sure to be a hit with friends and family. So, why not give it a go and see what you think!