Imagine a cake so moist, so tangy, and so irresistibly delicious that it transforms an ordinary afternoon into a culinary celebration. Our Lemon Streusel Drizzle Cake is not just a dessert—it's a sunshine-infused experience that promises to elevate your baking game and leave your guests begging for the recipe. With its perfect balance of buttery richness and bright citrus notes, this cake is about to become your new go-to treat for every occasion.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs
Cuisine: American
Serves: 10 servings
Ingredients
- 250g unsalted butter, softened
- 250g sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 250g all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 100g powdered sugar, for drizzle
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line a 23cm (9-inch) round cake tin with parchment paper, ensuring the sides are also covered.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light, pale, and fluffy. This should take approximately 3-4 minutes using an electric mixer.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating thoroughly after each addition. If the mixture begins to curdle, add a tablespoon of flour to stabilize.
- Sift together the all-purpose flour and baking powder. Gently fold into the wet mixture using a spatula, ensuring no dry lumps remain.
- Incorporate the lemon zest and half of the lemon juice into the batter, mixing until evenly distributed.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared cake tin, smoothing the top with a spatula to ensure an even surface.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a skewer into the center - it should come out clean.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- For the drizzle, mix powdered sugar with remaining lemon juice until a smooth, pourable consistency is achieved.
- Once the cake is completely cooled, drizzle the lemon glaze over the top, allowing it to naturally run down the sides.
- Let the drizzle set for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Tips
- Room Temperature Matters: Ensure all ingredients, especially butter and eggs, are at room temperature for smoother mixing and better cake texture.
- Don't Overmix: When adding flour, fold gently to maintain the cake's light and fluffy consistency. Overmixing can lead to a dense, tough cake.
- Zest Before Juicing: Always zest your lemon before cutting and juicing to maximize flavor extraction.
- Check Oven Accuracy: Use an oven thermometer to confirm your oven's actual temperature, as variations can affect baking time and results.
- Cool Completely: Allow the cake to cool entirely before drizzling to prevent the glaze from melting and becoming too runny.
- Glaze Consistency: Add lemon juice to powdered sugar gradually to control the drizzle's thickness—it should be smooth and pourable but not watery.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 437kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
