Mean Chef's Lemon Tea Cake

Bright, zesty, and effortlessly elegant, Mean Chef's Lemon Tea Cake is the ultimate dessert to accompany your favorite cup of tea or coffee. This moist and tender loaf cake bursts with citrusy flavor thanks to a generous infusion of fresh lemon zest and juice, while the buttery, velvety crumb makes it irresistibly indulgent. A tangy lemon glaze drizzled over the top adds a touch of sweetness and a dazzling finish. Perfectly balanced in flavor and texture, this homemade lemon tea cake is easy to prepare with simple ingredients like all-purpose flour, unsalted butter, and milk. Whether you're hosting a brunch, entertaining guests, or simply craving a treat, this impressive yet approachable recipe will quickly become a go-to in your baking repertoire.

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 170 grams unsalted butter
• 200 grams granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 215 grams all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 120 milliliters milk
• 100 grams powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan, or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the lemon zest and lemon juice.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture in three additions, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients, mixing lightly after each addition until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

To make the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth. Adjust the consistency as needed by adding more powdered sugar or lemon juice.

Step 10

Once the cake is completely cool, drizzle the glaze over the top, letting it cascade down the sides. Let the glaze set for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1043.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3486.8

Total Fat 164.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 91.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 945.6mg	0%
Sodium 2369.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 483.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.2g	0%
Total Sugars 306.5g
Protein 46.8g	0%

Vitamin D 177.5IU	0%
Calcium 339.0mg	0%
Iron 12.7mg	0%
Potassium 768.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.2%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 53.6%