Mum's Quick Easy Throw It All in Lemon Drizzle Cake
Brighten up your baking with "Mum's Quick Easy Throw It All in Lemon Drizzle Cake," the ultimate solution for effortless home baking with a zingy twist. This one-bowl wonder combines the tangy freshness of lemon zest and juice with a buttery, tender sponge, all ready in just 10 minutes of prep time. The recipe features a simple mix-and-bake method—no need for fancy steps or separate bowls—which is perfect for busy bakers. The crowning glory is a sweet yet citrusy lemon drizzle that soaks into the cake for a moist, flavor-packed finish. Whether you're hosting a teatime treat or need a quick crowd-pleaser for dessert, this foolproof recipe delivers every time. Baking has never been easier (or tastier)!
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Ingredients
- 225 grams Unsalted butter (softened)
- 225 grams Caster sugar
- 4 large Eggs
- 225 grams Self-raising flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 2 Lemons (zested and juiced)
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan) or 350°F. Grease and line a 9-inch (23cm) loaf tin with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, add the softened butter, caster sugar, eggs, self-raising flour, baking powder, lemon zest, and milk.
Step 3
Using an electric hand mixer or a whisk, beat all the ingredients together until smooth and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
Step 4
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf tin, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
Step 5
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Step 6
While the cake bakes, mix together the lemon juice and granulated sugar in a small bowl to create the drizzle. Stir until the sugar dissolves as much as possible.
Step 7
Once the cake is out of the oven, leave it to cool in the tin for 5 minutes. Then, use a skewer or fork to poke small holes all over the top of the cake.
Step 8
Slowly pour the lemon drizzle mixture over the top of the warm cake, allowing it to soak into the holes for maximum flavor.
Step 9
Leave the cake to cool completely in the tin before transferring it onto a serving plate. Slice and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1125.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4033.4 |
| Total Fat 205.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 122.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 1237.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2580.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 512.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 331.0g | |
| Protein 51.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 287.9IU | 0% |
| Calcium 262.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 774.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories