Lemon Drizzle Cake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a loaf pan.

2. 2

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

3. 3

   Beat in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

4. 4

   Stir in the zest and juice of the lemons.

5. 5

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

6. 6

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the whole milk, and mix until just combined.

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 made from additional lemon juice and powdered sugar, if desired.