Mary Berry Lemon Cake Drizzle

Ingredients

This recipe makes the perfect treat for any special occasion. The ingredients that you will need to make this delicious lemon drizzle cake are: 160g of butter or margarine, 160g of golden caster sugar, 3 eggs, 160g self-raising flour, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 2-3 tablespoons of milk, 1 lemon and an 8 inch cake tin.

Instructions

To begin, preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C for fan assisted ovens). Grease and line the cake tin with baking parchment. Cream the butter and sugar together in a bowl until the mixture is light and fluffy. Gradually add the eggs, one at a time, beating the mixture between each addition. Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined. Add the flour and mix until smooth. Gradually add the milk until the mixture is of a dropping consistency. Pour the mixture into the cake tin and spread evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden and a skewer inserted into the centre of the cake comes out clean.

Meanwhile, prepare the drizzle. Zest the lemon and squeeze the juice into a bowl. Add 3 tablespoons of caster sugar to the lemon juice and stir until the sugar has dissolved. When the cake is ready, remove from the oven and leave to cool in the tin for 10 minutes. Pierce the top of the cake with a skewer then spoon over the lemon juice mixture.

Nutrition

This Mary Berry Lemon Cake Drizzle is a delicious treat that is full of flavour and perfect for any special occasion. Each slice contains an estimated 331 kcal, 17.5g of fat, 5.1g saturated fat, 42.9g of carbohydrates and 0.8g of salt.

Serving Suggestion

This lemon drizzle cake can be served as a dessert or a sweet snack. Serve with a dollop of cream or a scoop of ice cream for a delicious treat. Alternatively, this cake can be enjoyed with a cup of tea for a tasty snack. This cake can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Conclusion

This Mary Berry Lemon Cake Drizzle is a delicious treat that is perfect for any special occasion. With its light and fluffy sponge and zesty lemon flavour, this cake is sure to be a hit with family and friends. So why not give this recipe a try? You won't be disappointed!