Lemon & violet drizzle cake

Vegetarian
Lemon & violet drizzle cake
65 min.
15
174kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with this delightful Lemon & Violet Drizzle Cake, a charming dessert that brings a burst of flavor and elegance to any occasion. With its vibrant citrus notes and the delicate essence of violets, this cake is not just a feast for the palate but also a visual delight. Every bite offers a perfect balance of zesty lemon and the sweet floral aroma of crystallised violets, making it a standout treat at gatherings or a luxurious pick-me-up during your afternoon tea.

As a vegetarian-friendly option, this cake is crafted with accessible ingredients that are likely already in your pantry, allowing you to whip it up for guests or to satisfy your own cravings. The process of preparing the cake is simple and quick, taking only 65 minutes from start to finish—perfect for those who want a showstopper without spending hours in the kitchen.

This Lemon & Violet Drizzle Cake yields 15 generous portions, each packed with delightful flavours and a light texture. The drizzle of lemon icing not only adds a glossy finish but enhances the cake’s moistness while ensuring a refreshing taste with every piece. Whether serving it at a special occasion or enjoying it as an everyday dessert, this cake is sure to impress and leave your guests asking for more.

Ingredients

  • 100 butter softened
  • 175 self-raising flour 
  • tsp double-acting baking powder 
  • 175 golden caster sugar 
  • large eggs 
  • tbsp milk 
  •  rind of lemon finely grated
  •  juice of lemon (you need 3 tablespoons)
  • 100 golden caster sugar 
  • balls mimosa and crystallised violets 

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 180C/Gas 4/fan oven 160C. Butter and line the base of a shallow oblong tin (about 18x28cm/7x11in) with baking parchment. Tip all the cake ingredients into a large mixing bowl and beat for 2-3 minutes, until the mixture drops easily off the spoon.
  2. Spoon the mixture into the tin and smooth the surface with the back of a spoon.
  3. Bake for 30-40 minutes, until golden and firm to the touch. Meanwhile, make the icing: beat together the lemon juice and sugar, pour the mixture evenly over the cake while it is still hot, then leave to cool.
  4. Cut the cake into 15 squares. Top each one with a crystallised violet and mimosa ball.

Nutrition Facts

Calories174kcal
Protein5.73%
Fat32.84%
Carbs61.43%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.47
Glycemic Load
5.67
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.4247826130494%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.1mg
Hesperetin
0.29mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:173.51kcal
8.68%
Fat:6.43g
9.9%
Saturated Fat:3.78g
23.6%
Carbohydrates:27.07g
9.02%
Net Carbohydrates:26.74g
9.72%
Sugar:18.2g
20.23%
Cholesterol:39.85mg
13.28%
Sodium:92.53mg
4.02%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.53g
5.05%
Selenium:7.08µg
10.12%
Manganese:0.11mg
5.33%
Calcium:48.36mg
4.84%
Vitamin A:212.87IU
4.26%
Phosphorus:39.84mg
3.98%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.86%
Iron:0.39mg
2.18%
Vitamin B5:0.21mg
2.11%
Folate:7.82µg
1.95%
Vitamin E:0.28mg
1.86%
Copper:0.04mg
1.77%
Vitamin B12:0.1µg
1.72%
Potassium:58.61mg
1.67%
Magnesium:6.48mg
1.62%
Vitamin C:1.29mg
1.56%
Zinc:0.22mg
1.49%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.43%
Vitamin D:0.2µg
1.33%
Fiber:0.33g
1.32%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.09%