COURSE:
Cake, Dessert
Sarah’s Lemon Drizzle Cake: Zesty, Moist, and Perfectly Sweet
Indulge in the fresh, vibrant flavours of Sarah’s Lemon Drizzle Cake, a classic dessert that’s loved for its moist texture and zingy lemon taste. This delightful cake is easy to make using your Instant Pot, resulting in a perfectly fluffy, tender crumb infused with the tang of fresh lemon. Topped with a sweet, lemony glaze, this cake is the ultimate treat for those who crave a refreshing twist on traditional baked goods.
The secret to this cake’s incredible texture is in the gentle cooking method of the Instant Pot, which locks in moisture and brings out the natural zest of the lemons. With every slice, you’ll enjoy a perfect balance of sweetness and citrus, making it an ideal dessert for any occasion, from afternoon tea to celebratory gatherings. The drizzle of lemon glaze seeps into the warm cake, enhancing the lemon flavour and adding an irresistible sweetness that complements the tartness.
Sarah’s Lemon Drizzle Cake is as beautiful as it is delicious, offering a bright and sunny addition to your dessert repertoire. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just looking for a simple yet impressive recipe, this cake is sure to impress with its light, fragrant, and zesty flavours that leave you craving just one more slice.
Sarah’s Lemon Drizzle Cake
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
40 minutes
Total Time:
50 minutes
Product:
Vortex Air Fryer
Ingredients
Cake
- 125 g butter
- 75 g granulated white sugar
- 2 eggs
- 150 g self-raising flour
- 2 Tbsp Lemon curd
- Zest of ½ a lemon
- Pinch of salt
Syrup
- 2 Tbsp Granulated white sugar
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Grease and line a loaf tin, suitably sized for your Instant Vortex Air Fryer. We used a 2lb tin.
- Cream together the butter and sugar until soft.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, alternating with the flour as you go.
- Add the lemon curd, zest and pinch of salt and mix to combine
- Spoon the cake mixture into the prepared loaf tin. Select Bake on the Vortex , set the temperate to 165°C and time for 40minutes. Bake until a skewer inserted into the cake comes out clean.
- Meanwhile, make the syrup, heat the sugar gently until dissolved, then add the lemon juice. Take off the heat and allow to cool.
- When the cake is cooked, remove from the Air Fryer, but leave it in the tin. Pour over the syrup and leave to cool to room temperature.
- Slice and serve with your favourite tea.
Sarah’s Lemon Drizzle Cake
COURSE:
Cake, Dessert
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
40 minutes
Total Time:
50 minutes
Product:
Vortex Air Fryer
Ingredients
Cake
- 125 g butter
- 75 g granulated white sugar
- 2 eggs
- 150 g self-raising flour
- 2 Tbsp Lemon curd
- Zest of ½ a lemon
- Pinch of salt
Syrup
- 2 Tbsp Granulated white sugar
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Grease and line a loaf tin, suitably sized for your Instant Vortex Air Fryer. We used a 2lb tin.
- Cream together the butter and sugar until soft.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, alternating with the flour as you go.
- Add the lemon curd, zest and pinch of salt and mix to combine
- Spoon the cake mixture into the prepared loaf tin. Select Bake on the Vortex , set the temperate to 165°C and time for 40minutes. Bake until a skewer inserted into the cake comes out clean.
- Meanwhile, make the syrup, heat the sugar gently until dissolved, then add the lemon juice. Take off the heat and allow to cool.
- When the cake is cooked, remove from the Air Fryer, but leave it in the tin. Pour over the syrup and leave to cool to room temperature.
- Slice and serve with your favourite tea.
Sarah’s Lemon Drizzle Cake: Zesty, Moist, and Perfectly Sweet
Indulge in the fresh, vibrant flavours of Sarah’s Lemon Drizzle Cake, a classic dessert that’s loved for its moist texture and zingy lemon taste. This delightful cake is easy to make using your Instant Pot, resulting in a perfectly fluffy, tender crumb infused with the tang of fresh lemon. Topped with a sweet, lemony glaze, this cake is the ultimate treat for those who crave a refreshing twist on traditional baked goods.
The secret to this cake’s incredible texture is in the gentle cooking method of the Instant Pot, which locks in moisture and brings out the natural zest of the lemons. With every slice, you’ll enjoy a perfect balance of sweetness and citrus, making it an ideal dessert for any occasion, from afternoon tea to celebratory gatherings. The drizzle of lemon glaze seeps into the warm cake, enhancing the lemon flavour and adding an irresistible sweetness that complements the tartness.
Sarah’s Lemon Drizzle Cake is as beautiful as it is delicious, offering a bright and sunny addition to your dessert repertoire. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just looking for a simple yet impressive recipe, this cake is sure to impress with its light, fragrant, and zesty flavours that leave you craving just one more slice.
