Mary Berry's Lemon Drizzle Cake

Ingredients

If you’ve been looking for the perfect recipe for a moist and delicious lemon drizzle cake, look no further! This classic recipe from BBC star Mary Berry is sure to hit the spot. You’ll need the following ingredients:

225g (8oz) self-raising flour
225g (8oz) butter, softened
225g (8oz) caster sugar
4 large eggs
2 lemons
2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C for fan ovens), gas mark 4. Grease and line a 20cm (8in) round cake tin. To make the cake, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Next, add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Now, sift in the flour and fold it into the mixture with a large metal spoon. When you’ve got a smooth batter, spoon it into the tin and level the top. Bake in the oven for 30 minutes. To check if the cake is done, insert a skewer into the centre and if it comes out clean, the cake is ready. Once cooked, remove the cake from the oven and leave to cool in the tin.

Now, make the drizzle topping. Zest the lemons and set aside. Squeeze the juice of both lemons into a bowl and stir in the caster sugar. Pour the mixture over the top of the cake, using a spoon to spread it evenly. Finally, sprinkle over the reserved lemon zest.

Serving

Once the cake has cooled, remove it from the tin and serve. Enjoy a slice of this classic British cake with a cup of tea or, if you’re feeling a little extravagant, a scoop of vanilla ice cream. This cake will keep for up to three days in an airtight container.

Nutrition

This lemon drizzle cake is a delicious treat but it is high in fat and calories. Each slice contains approximately 345 calories and 15.7g of fat. It is also a source of dietary fibre, providing 1.7g per slice.

It is important to maintain a balanced diet and enjoy treats like this in moderation. If you’re looking for a healthier alternative, why not try Mary Berry’s banana and walnut cake?