Lemon Drizzle Cake Incredible: 5 Amazing Secrets to Perfection
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Lemon Drizzle Cake: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe That Will Delight
- Author: inass sped
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Total Time: 48 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup milk
- Zest of 2 large lemons
- ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch loaf pan.
- Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is well incorporated before adding the next.
- In another bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Stir until just combined.
- Fold in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- In a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar with lemon juice to create a smooth glaze.
- Once the cake is cool, drizzle the lemon glaze over the top, allowing it to soak into the cake.
Notes
- This cake is perfect for afternoon tea.
<li.Store in an airtight container to keep it fresh.
<li.Add more lemon juice for a tangier glaze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg