Nigella Lemon Drizzle Cake

Nigella Lemon Drizzle Cake is a delicious treat made with warmed butter, self-rising flour, baking powder, superfine sugar, eggs, milk, and the zest and juice of a large lemon. This recipe takes about 45 minutes to make and makes enough food for 8 people.

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• Nigella Lemon And Ginger Cheesecake
• Nigella New York Cheesecake Recipe
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💗 Reasons To Add This Recipe To Your Repertoire

• Bursting With Citrus Flavor. Nigella Lemon Drizzle Cake adds a tangy lemon flavor to every bite.
• Easy To Make. This recipe suits expert bakers and beginners who want to impress with less effort due to its basic ingredients and directions.
• Moist And Tender Texture Every piece of this cake is soft and tasty due to the moist crumb from melted butter and self-rising flour.
• Sweet And Tangy Drizzle. The lemon juice and superfine sugar icing enhance the cake’s flavor and offer a delicious finish.

❓ What Is Nigella’s Lemon Drizzle Cake Recipe?

The Nigella Lemon Drizzle Cake is a moist and tangy citrus cake made with butter, self-rising flour, sugar, eggs, milk, and lemon zest. It gets its name from the sweet and sour lemon drizzle icing that is drizzled over the cake to give it a burst of citrus flavor. It’s a great treat for people who like lemons.

📜 Nigella Lemon Drizzle Cake Ingredients

🍋 FOR THE CAKE

• 4 ounces softened butter (make sure it’s really soft)
• 6 ounces of self-rising flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 6 ounces of superfine sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 6 tablespoons milk
• 1 large lemon (unwaxed, finely grated rind)

FOR THE ICING

• 1 large lemon (juice of)
• 4 ounces of superfine sugar

🍞 Nigella Lemon Drizzle Cake Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius (Gas Mark 4).
2. I use a 9″ x 8″ oblong baking pan lined with baking parchment. Could also be baked in a round tin, but I’m not sure what size!!
3. All cake ingredients should be poured into a large mixing bowl and beaten for two to three minutes until the mixture readily slides off a spoon. Pour the mixture into the tin and spread it out evenly with the back of the ladle.
4. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes or until golden and firm.
5. Combine the ingredients for the frosting and pour it over the cake while it is still HOT.
6. Cool in the tin and then cut into squares.

💭 Recipe Tips

• Use Butter That Has Been Melted. The cake should be light and fluffy, so make sure the butter is really soft.
• Don’t Mix The Batter Too Much. Too much mixing can make a thick cake, so fold the ingredients together gently until they are just mixed.
• Use Fresh Lemon Juice. Freshly pressed lemon juice gives the drizzle icing the best taste and tang.
• Don’t Leave Out The Lemon Zest. The freshly grated lemon zest gives the cake a strong citrus flavor, so don’t leave it out.
• Let The Cake Cool Completely Before Adding The Drizzle. Letting the cake cool completely makes sure that the drizzle is properly absorbed, which makes for a moist and tasty cake.

☕ Serving Ideas For This Lemon Drizzle Cake?

Nigella’s Lemon Drizzle Cake goes well with many different things serve it with whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, fresh berries, or a cup of hot tea. For more side dish ideas check this collection of best sides To Serve With Lemon Drizzle Cake.

🎚 Storage Guidelines For Lemon Drizzle Cake?

• In The Fridge. Let the Traditional Nigella Lemon Drizzle Cake cool, then wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
• In The Freezer. The cooled cake can be frozen for up to three months and wrapped in plastic wrap and aluminum foil.

🥵 How To Reheat Lemon Drizzle Cake?

• In The Microwave. Heat cake slices on a microwave-safe dish for 10–15 seconds on medium power check and heat slices in short intervals until the target temperature is reached.
• In The Oven. Low-preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Wrap the cake or slices with aluminum foil to prevent drying put the wrapped cake in the oven for 5–10 minutes to heat up.

FAQs

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• Nigella Tiramisu Recipe
• Nigella White Chocolate Cheesecake
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Nigella Lemon Drizzle Cake Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving

• Calories: 288
• Total Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 7g
• Cholesterol: 60mg
• Sodium: 200mg
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugars: 30g
• Protein: 4g

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