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jamie oliver lemon drizzle cake

Jamie Oliver Lemon Drizzle Cake
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Jamie Oliver Lemon Drizzle Cake is a soft, buttery sponge cake flavoured with fresh lemon zest and juice, topped with a tangy lemon syrup or glaze that seeps into the cake, giving it its signature moistness and vibrant citrus kick.

Ingredients

Scale

    • 225g unsalted butter, softened

    • 225g caster sugar

    • 4 large eggs

    • 225g self-raising flour

    • Zest of 2 large lemons

    • Pinch of salt

For the Lemon Drizzle:

    • Juice of 2 lemons

    • 100g caster sugar

Instructions

1. Prepare the Cake Tin and Batter Base

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line a loaf tin or round tin. Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, building the foundation for a soft, airy sponge.

2. Add Eggs and Dry Ingredients

Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well. Fold in the self-raising flour, lemon zest, and salt gently to maintain the cake’s lift and tenderness.

3. Bake Until Golden and Firm

Pour the batter into the prepared tin and bake for 45–50 minutes. The cake should rise evenly and turn a golden colour. A skewer inserted should come out clean.

4. Prepare the Lemon Drizzle Syrup

Mix the lemon juice with caster sugar to form a tangy syrup. Do this while the cake bakes so it’s ready immediately.

5. Soak the Cake With Drizzle

Once out of the oven, poke small holes in the warm cake. Slowly pour the lemon syrup over the top so it sinks into the sponge, adding moisture and bright citrus flavour.

6. Cool and Serve

Let the cake cool in the tin to allow the drizzle to absorb fully. Slice and enjoy a beautifully moist, fragrant lemon cake.

Find it online: https://jamieolivereats.uk/lemon-drizzle-cake/