Lemon Drizzle Cake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.

2. 2

   In a bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

3. 3

   Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

4. 4

   Stir in the lemon zest and lemon juice.

5. 5

   In another bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and baking powder.

6. 6

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the flour mixture.

7. 7

   Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.

8. 8

   Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

9. 9

   Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

10. 10

    Once cooled, drizzle with a simple lemon glaze if desired, and serve.