More Baking - Count Down to Christmas!

I made this cake today to put in the freezer to give to my son when he is over on Christmas Day, I always send him off with a cake....or two!

LEMON DRIZZLE CAKE

225g unsalted butter , softened
225g caster sugar
4 eggs
finely grated zest of 2 lemons
225g self-raising flour

FOR THE DRIZZLE TOPPING
juice of 2 lemons
85g caster sugar

Heat oven to 180C/fan 160C/gas 4. Beat together the butter and sugar until pale and creamy, then add the eggs, one at a time, slowly mixing through. Sift in the flour, then add the lemon zest and mix until well combined. Line a loaf tin (8 x 21cm) with greaseproof paper, then spoon in the mixture and level the top with a spoon.

Bake for 45-50 mins until a thin skewer inserted into the centre of the cake comes out clean. While the cake is cooling in its tin, mix together the lemon juice and sugar to make the drizzle. Prick the warm cake all over with a skewer or fork, then pour over the drizzle - the juice will sink in and the sugar will form a lovely, crisp topping. Leave in the tin until completely cool, then remove and serve. Will keep in an airtight container for 3-4 days, or freeze for up to 1 month.



I also made some shortbread today:

Recipe for this is in 'Biscuits' section.