Air fryer lemon drizzle cake
Whip up a delightful Air Fryer Lemon Drizzle Cake with this easy recipe! A perfect blend of butter, sugar, cardamom, eggs, self-raising flour, and Greek yogurt creates a moist cake, topped with a tangy lemon drizzle made from powdered sugar and fresh lemon juice. Enjoy a zesty treat in no time!
- 10 Mar 2025
- Cook time 35 min
- Prep time 10 min
- 8 Servings
- 8 Ingredients
The Air Fryer Lemon Drizzle Cake is a delectable and zesty treat that's surprisingly easy to make. This recipe combines the tangy flavor of lemon with a moist and fluffy cake base, all cooked to perfection in an air fryer. Perfect for a quick dessert or a delightful snack with your afternoon tea.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Preheat your air fryer to 320°F (160°C).
- Grease a cake pan that fits into your air fryer with 2 teaspoons of butter. Set aside.
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together 2/3 cup sugar and 1 teaspoon cardamom. Set aside.
- In a separate large mixing bowl, crack in the 3 eggs and beat them until they are light and frothy.
- Add the Greek yogurt to the beaten eggs and mix until well combined.
- Gradually add the sugar and cardamom mixture to the egg and yogurt mixture, stirring continuously until fully combined.
- Gently fold in 1 cup of self-raising flour into the wet mixture. Stir until no lumps remain and you have a smooth batter.
- Pour the batter into the greased cake pan, spreading it out evenly.
- Place the cake pan into the preheated air fryer. Bake at 320°F (160°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- While the cake is baking, prepare the lemon drizzle by mixing 1 cup of powdered sugar with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice in a small bowl. Stir until the mixture is smooth and slightly runny.
- Once the cake is baked, remove it from the air fryer and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the cake has cooled, use a spoon to drizzle the lemon glaze over the top of the cake, allowing it to run down the sides. Let the glaze set for a few minutes before serving.
- Slice the cake and enjoy your delicious air fryer lemon drizzle cake!
Tips:
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing to achieve a smoother batter.
- Grease your air fryer basket or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Do not overmix the batter to maintain a light and airy texture.
- Check the cake with a toothpick around 20 minutes into the cooking process; if it comes out clean, the cake is done.
- Let the cake cool completely before pouring the lemon drizzle to prevent it from becoming too soggy.
- Feel free to add a bit more lemon zest to the batter for an extra zesty kick.
With just a few ingredients and the convenience of an air fryer, you can create a delicious Lemon Drizzle Cake that will impress your friends and family. The combination of Greek yogurt keeps the cake moist, while the lemon drizzle adds a burst of citrusy sweetness that is simply irresistible. Enjoy your homemade treat!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 100 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 270kcal | 14% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 7g | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 50g | 15% |
| Fiber 0.57g | 1% |
| Sugar 36g | 37% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 4.40g | 5% |
| Saturated 1.74g | 6% |
| Cholesterol 80mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 44ug | 5% |
| Choline 70mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B1 0.08mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 0.15mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B3 0.35mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 0.03mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B9 20ug | 5% |
| Vitamin B12 0.36ug | 15% |
| Vitamin C 0.73mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E 0.20mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K 0.20ug | 0% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 36mg | 3% |
| Copper, Cu 0.05mg | 5% |
| Iron, Fe 0.56mg | 5% |
| Magnesium, Mg 11mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus, P 90mg | 7% |
| Potassium, K 90mg | 3% |
| Selenium, Se 12ug | 22% |
| Sodium, Na 33mg | 2% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.57mg | 5% |
| Water | |
| Water 36g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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