Description
This Easy Lemon Drizzle Traybake Cake is a moist and zesty dessert perfect for any occasion. With a light sponge infused with fresh lemon zest and topped with a tangy lemon icing, it’s a refreshing treat that’s simple to prepare and serves 12.
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
- 250 g Softened butter
- 250 g Caster sugar
- 1 Teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 4 Medium Eggs
- 250 g Self-raising flour
- 3 Tablespoons Milk
- Zest of 2 Lemons
Lemon Drizzle Icing
- 200 g Icing sugar
- 2 Tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1-2 Tablespoons Lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 180℃ (160℃ for fan ovens) and line an 8×10-inch tin with baking paper to prepare for baking.
- Whisk Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, whisk together the softened butter and caster sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. Then stir in the vanilla extract to add flavor.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually whisk in the eggs, self-raising flour, and milk a little at a time until you achieve a smooth cake batter. Carefully fold in the zest of 2 lemons for that bright citrus flavor.
- Bake the Cake: Transfer the batter evenly into the prepared baking tin. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, indicating the cake is cooked through.
- Cool the Cake: Allow the cake to cool in the tin for about 10 minutes before transferring it onto a wire rack. Let it cool completely before applying the icing.
- Prepare Lemon Icing: Mix the icing sugar and fresh lemon juice together until you get a smooth, thick icing. Spread the icing evenly over the cooled cake, then sprinkle the extra lemon zest on top for garnish.
- Set and Serve: Let the icing firm up by leaving the cake at room temperature. Once set, cut the cake into squares and serve to enjoy the zesty lemon flavor in every bite.
Notes
- Ensure butter is softened to room temperature to achieve a fluffy batter.
- Use fresh lemons for the best zest and juice flavor.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before icing to prevent the icing from melting.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- For a more intense lemon flavor, add an extra teaspoon of lemon zest to the batter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
