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Mini Lemon Drizzle Cakes

Mini Lemon Drizzle Cakes that Brighten Your Brunch Menu

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Mini Lemon Drizzle Cakes are a deliciously zesty treat perfect for brunch and sharing.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 52 minutes
Servings: 12 cakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Butter softened
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 4 large Eggs
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour try a gluten-free blend
  • 1.5 teaspoons Baking Powder key leavening agent
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt enhances flavors
  • 2 lemons Lemon Zest zest from
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 0.25 cup Whole Milk non-dairy milk works
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Additional Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
  • 1-2 teaspoons Milk to adjust consistency
For Garnish
  • Lemon Slices for decoration
  • Fresh Thyme Sprigs for garnish

Equipment

  • mini cake or bundt pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and lightly grease a mini cake or bundt pan.
  2. Cream together 1 cup of softened butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add 4 large eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. Mix in 2 lemons of zest, 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, and 0.25 cup of whole milk.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1.5 cups of all-purpose flour, 1.5 teaspoons of baking powder, and 0.25 teaspoon of salt.
  6. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, filling each mold about ¾ full.
  8. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Let the cakes cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  10. Whisk together 1 cup of powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of lemon zest, and 1-2 teaspoons of milk for the glaze.
  11. Drizzle the glaze over each cooled cake and garnish with lemon slices and fresh thyme sprigs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for smoother mixing and avoid overmixing after adding the flour to keep the cakes light and airy.

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