Lemon Drizzle Cake

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C)
2. Grease a 9-inch round cake pan
3. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy
4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition
5. Mix in the lemon zest and lemon juice
6. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt
7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk
8. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top
9. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean
10. Allow the cake to cool, then mix powdered sugar with a little lemon juice to make the glaze and drizzle over the cake