Easy Lemon Drizzle Cake – Mary Berry Inspired

Lemon drizzle cake is a classic British dessert that has been enjoyed for generations. I’ll be sharing my take on the Mary Berry inspired easy lemon drizzle cake recipe. This cake is perfect for any occasion, from a simple afternoon tea to a fancy dinner party.

Ingredients

Lemon Sponge

• 225 g Caster Sugar
• 225 g Baking Spread (or softened butter)
• 275 g Self-Raising Flour
• 4 Eggs
• 2 tsp Baking Powder (Level Teaspoons)
• 4 tbsp Milk
• Rind of 2 Lemons (Finely Grated)
• 2 tbsp Greek Yoghurt

Lemon Drizzle Topping Mixture

• 175 g Granulated Sugar
• Juice of 2 Lemons

How to make a quick lemon drizzle cake

STEP 1: Preheat the oven to 160℃fan/180℃/ . Grease and fully line the loaf tins. Set aside.

STEP 2: Add all the lemon sponge ingredients to a large bowl and whisk or beat until fully combined and smooth.

STEP 3: Transfer evenly to the tins and level. Bake in the oven for 40 minutes. If using a 2lb tin you will need to cook it longer, approx. an extra 10 – 15 minutes. Insert a skewer or sharp knife and if it comes out clean it’s done.

STEP 4: In a small bowl add the sugar and lemon juice and mix together.

STEP 5: While the cake is still warm take down the sides of the baking paper and pour the lemon drizzle on top of each loaf. Put the baking paper back up and leave to cool.

Taste of Lemon Drizzle Cake:

• A perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavours
• The zesty lemon flavour adds a refreshing twist to the classic sponge cake
• The syrupy drizzle on top adds a moist and sticky texture to the cake

Why You’ll Love this Recipe

• It’s incredibly quick and easy to make, even for beginners
• The recipe uses simple ingredients that are easy to find in your local grocery store
• The cake is light, fluffy, and moist, making it perfect for any occasion – (the yoghurt makes it moist). Try my other Yoghurt Cake, it’s so good!
• The lemon drizzle adds a burst of flavour and freshness to the cake
• It’s a versatile recipe that can be customized to your liking by adding different toppings or decorations
• It’s a crowd-pleaser and sure to impress your guests at any gathering.

Storage

Keep the cake in the baking paper then wrap with tin foil. Store in a cool place or cake tin.