There’s something special about citrus in baking, especially a tangy lemon cake. Whether you want to bake a zesty lemon drizzle cake, a creamy lemon cheese cake or sweet lemon meringue cupcakes, these recipes are perfect as an indulgent dessert or a sweet treat with a cup of tea any time of day. It’s time to get baking!
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Lemon drizzle cake
This lemon cake is zingy, bright and oh-so tasty.
Lemon meringue cupcakes
Combining two of our dessert favourites for the ideal afternoon treat.
Lemon madeleines
We give these little shell-shaped sponge cakes a citrus twist with the addition of lemon glace icing.
Lemon ricotta semolina cake with cherry syrup
We love the sweet cherry syrup!
Lemon, tea and three milks cake
Moist, sweet and utterly irresistible.
Lemon teacakes
These teacakes are best eaten the day they are made. Note
Lemon and currant loaf
Loaf can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Note
Lemon jelly cheesecake
A no-bake lemon cheesecake with a fun twist.
Lemon meringue cake
Indulge in this deliciously decadent lemon meringue cake. Topped with sugary meringue and sweet candied lemon, this is perfect for any special event or family barbecue!
Lemon curd cake
The secret ingredient in this cake is lemon curd, which gives the cake a deliciously buttery lemon flavour – coupled with a simple lemon glaze drizzle, it is perfect for citrus lovers.
Pistachio and lemon curd cake
Crunchy pistachios and a tangy homemade lemon curd come together in perfect harmony to create this beautiful cake.
Lemon curd cake
Fit for the finest celebration.
Lemon curd cake with coconut frosting
Easy to freeze and defrost when you please!
Gluten-free lemon tart
Gorgeously gluten-free.
Lemon and blueberry cheesecake
When sweet and sour combine in perfect harmony
Greek yoghurt lemon cake with lemon syrup
When you have extra lemons, freeze juice in ice-cube trays for later use. You’ll need about 4 lemons. Note
Our best ever lemon tart
In this lemon tart recipe the curd filling is not baked, but rather set in the fridge. The end-result is a crisp, buttery tart shell filled with golden curd. Make this recipe a day ahead.
Baked lemon cheesecake
This is one of the most loved desserts around the world.
Almond and yogurt lemon cake
Fluffy, moist and packed full of flavour.
Gluten-free raspberry and lemon syrup cake
This one will delight the senses.
Lemon cakes with passionfruit syrup
You will need about six passionfruit to make this recipe. The thin-skinned purple-black variety will yield much more pulp than the thicker-skinned Panama passionfruit. Note
Luscious lemon cake
Add a little zest to your baking!
Three-milk cake with lemon curd and cream
The fluffy cream topping and zingy lemon curd swirls make an excellent topping that just completes this cake.
Blackberry lemon cake with blackberry fool
Slightly tart, slightly sweet – completely delicious.
Cardamom and lemon cake with vanilla labne and lemon syrup
Lemon cake with a fragrant twist
Classic lemon cheesecake
Stick to the classics, they’re classic for a reason.
Lemon layer cake with lemon mascarpone frosting
Spoil the lemon lover on their birthday with this delicious layered lemon cake. It’s simply the zest!
Lemon meringue blondie
A fabulous blondie recipe with extra crunch.
Lemon sand cake
The best sand you’ll ever eat!
Lemon slice
Enjoy a piece with a mug of hot tea or coffee.
Easy lemon cheesecake
Make these individual cheesecakes with an easy biscuit base and a few simple ingredients.
Lemon ricotta cannoli
Sweet, crunchy and full of zest.
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