Lemon drizzle cake is a classic British cake that is moist and delicious with a tangy lemon flavor. Here is a recipe to make lemon drizzle cake at home:
Ingredients:
- 200g unsalted butter, softened
- 200g caster sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 200g self-raising flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 lemons, zest only
- 4 tbsp lemon juice
- 100g granulated sugar
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Grease and line a 900g loaf tin with baking paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and caster sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Sift in the self-raising flour and baking powder, then fold in the lemon zest.
- Spoon the mixture into the prepared loaf tin and smooth the surface.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until the cake is golden brown and a skewer inserted into the centre of the cake comes out clean.
- While the cake is still hot, prick the surface all over with a fork.
- In a small bowl, mix together the lemon juice and granulated sugar until the sugar has dissolved.
- Pour the lemon drizzle mixture over the cake, spreading it evenly with a spoon.
- Leave the cake to cool completely in the tin before removing and slicing into thick slices to serve.
This lemon drizzle cake is perfect for afternoon tea or as a sweet treat after dinner. Enjoy the tangy lemon flavor and moist texture of this classic cake.
