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These 12 lemon cake recipes are the secret to the ultimate afternoon tea

When life gives you lemons, make cake!
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Looking for the best lemon cake recipe? From traditional lemon drizzle cakes to gluten-free favourites and impressive celebration bakes, we’ve rounded up our most delicious lemon cake recipes in one place. Bursting with fresh citrus flavour, they’re easy to make and perfect for any occasion.

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Can you freeze lemon cake?

Yes, you can freeze lemon cake. To freeze it, follow these steps:

  • Allow the cake to cool completely.
  • Wrap the cake tightly in plastic wrap to prevent freezer burn.
  • Place the wrapped cake in an airtight container or a resealable freezer bag.
  • Label the container with the date.
  • Freeze for up to 2-3 months.
  • When you’re ready to enjoy the cake, thaw it in the refrigerator or at room temperature. You can also reheat individual slices in the microwave for a few seconds. 

Lemon cake recipes

golden syrup and lemon cake

Drench this lovely, lemon loaf cake in a sticky syrup for a sweet little slice of heaven! Get the recipe for this easy golden syrup and lemon cake.

lemon dessert recipes

Simply beat, fold, bake and drizzle – it’s that easy to create this teatime favourite.

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Gluten-free lemon drizzle cake

Zingy and fresh, this punchy lemon drizzle cake will become your household favourite too! 

Gluten-free lemon drizzle cake

Glory in the mellow yellow glow of something so delicious on your plate with this easy-peasy fluff cake.

lemon dessert recipes

This recipe will be a family favourite for years to come. 

lemon olive oil and almond cake
(Credits: Andre Martin)

The Amalfi Coast is renowned for its lemon groves, and this cake, aka Dolce di Amalfi, uses both zest and juice. The olive oil makes this dense, tangy torta magnificently moist.

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lemon and olive oil cake

This olive oil, lemon, and pistachio cake is a moist, nutty tea-time treat that’s full of flavour. 

yoghurt cake

Not one, not two, but three great ways to use yoghurt star in this incredible dessert, a family fave for an easy sweet treat or beautiful celebration centrepiece.

lemon riaspberry and ricotta cake

Berry-licious! This mouth-watering marvel serves (and satisfies!) 12.

A lemon tiramisu cake in a glass dish.
Photography Tim Roberts, styling Michele Cranston and David Morgan

If you’re a little bit tired of the rich coffee and dark chocolate flavours of traditional tiramisu, then this cheat’s lemon version takes the cake.

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lemon yoghurt cake

Julia Busuttil Nishimura’s simple lemon yoghurt cake is perfect for afternoon tea and is a great way to use up excess yoghurt in the fridge.

lemon tea cake
(Credits: John Paul Urizar/ aremediasyndication.com.au)

For a great orange-flavoured version of this tea cake, choose a sour orange such as Seville or a complex fruit like a blood orange. Serve with whipped cream.

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