Mary Berry's Lemon Drizzle Cake Round

A Deliciously Sweet Treat

Mary Berry's Lemon Drizzle Cake Round is a classic British dessert that is perfect for special occasions. This moist and zesty cake is sure to be a hit with family and friends. It has a light and fluffy texture that is complimented by a zesty lemon drizzle. This delicious cake will become an instant favorite in your household.

Ingredients

For the Cake:

- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup milk

For the Drizzle:

- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ½ cup confectioner's sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt.

3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the lemon zest and vanilla extract.

4. Gradually add the flour mixture to the creamed mixture alternately with the milk. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.

5. Bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

6. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and confectioner's sugar.

7. When the cake is done, poke holes all over the top using a toothpick. Pour the lemon drizzle over the cake. Allow the cake to cool completely before serving.

Nutrition

One serving of Mary Berry's Lemon Drizzle Cake Round contains 266 calories, 11g of fat, 37g of carbohydrates, 1g of dietary fiber, 24g of sugar and 4g of protein. It also provides 5% of the daily value for calcium and 4% of the daily value for iron.

Enjoy!

This classic British dessert is easy to make and perfect for special occasions. With its light and fluffy texture, complimented by a zesty lemon drizzle, Mary Berry's Lemon Drizzle Cake Round is sure to become an instant favorite in your household. Enjoy this delicious cake with your family and friends!