Light & Fluffy Lemon Drizzle Cake Recipe

Light & Fluffy Lemon Drizzle Cake Recipe

Light & Fluffy Lemon Drizzle Cake Recipe Using Bicarbonate of Soda

Bicarbonate of soda is one of the most important baking essentials for achieving a light, fluffy rise in cakes. This simple yet delicious Lemon Drizzle Cake recipe showcases exactly how effective bicarbonate of soda can be. It produces a moist, airy texture with a beautiful citrus flavour perfect for everyday baking or showcasing on your recipe website.

Why Use Bicarbonate of Soda in Baking?

  • Provides excellent rising power for cakes and biscuits

  • Helps create a soft, tender crumb texture

  • Enhances browning and flavour development

  • Works perfectly with acidic ingredients like lemon juice

  • Essential for bakers who want consistent, professional-quality results

🍋 Lemon Drizzle Cake Recipe

Serves: 8–10
Prep time: 15 minutes
Bake time: 45 minutes

✅ Ingredients

For the cake:

  • 225g unsalted butter (softened)

  • 225g caster sugar

  • 4 medium eggs

  • Zest of 2 lemons

  • 250g self-raising flour

  • 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda

  • 2 tbsp lemon juice

For the drizzle topping:

  • Juice of 2 lemons

  • 100g icing sugar

🍰 Method

  1. Preheat oven to 170°C (150°C fan) / 325°F. Line and grease a 2lb loaf tin.

  2. Cream butter and caster sugar together until pale and fluffy.

  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

  4. Stir in lemon zest and 2 tbsp lemon juice.

  5. Sift in self-raising flour and bicarbonate of soda. Fold gently do not over-mix.

  6. Transfer batter to the prepared tin and smooth the top.

  7. Bake for about 45 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean.

  8. Mix lemon juice and icing sugar to create the drizzle.

  9. While the cake is hot, poke holes across the top and pour over the drizzle to soak in.

  10. Cool for 10 minutes in the tin, then remove to finish cooling on a wire rack.

✔️ Tips for the Perfect Rise

  • Ensure all ingredients are room temperature before mixing

  • Do not over-mix once the flour is added keep it light and airy

  • Measure bicarbonate of soda accurately (too much affects flavour and structure)

  • Add drizzle while hot for maximum absorption and moisture

  • Store airtight to keep fresh for 3–4 days

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