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Lemon Drizzle Cake

A delightful lemon drizzle cake with a zesty tang and a sweet glaze, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Use high-quality flour for a light and fluffy texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder This leavening agent helps the cake rise.
  • 1 pinch Salt Enhances the overall flavor.
Wet Ingredients
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter Room temperature butter is ideal for creaming.
  • 1 cups Granulated Sugar Balances the tartness of the lemons.
  • 2 large Eggs Fresh eggs add moisture and richness.
  • 1 whole Fresh Lemon Use for zest and juice.
  • 0.25 cups Milk Whole milk contributes to a tender crumb.
Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Essential for the drizzle glaze.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Intensifies the lemon flavor.

Method
 

Preheat and Prepare
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan with butter or line it with parchment paper.
Mix the Dry Ingredients
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Cream the Butter and Sugar
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the butter and sugar until pale and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
Add Eggs and Zest
  1. Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the lemon zest.
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
  1. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with the milk.
Bake to Perfection
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This cake is perfect for cozy afternoons or celebrations.

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