Air Fryer Lemon Drizzle Cake: Moist, Tangy & Irresistible
This air fryer lemon drizzle cake is moist, zesty and golden with a perfectly crisp edge. A quick and easy dessert that tastes like it’s straight from the oven.
Prep Time
10m
Total Time
20m
Cook
30m
Yield
6 servings
Cake
Cakes
Ingredients for Air Fryer Lemon Drizzle Cake
Zesty sponge with a sweet glaze
100g unsalted butter, softened
100g caster sugar
2 eggs
100g self-raising flour
Zest of 1 lemon
Juice of ½ lemon
2 tbsp milk
Topping Ideas
Try finishing with icing sugar glaze, extra lemon zest, or a sprinkle of poppy seeds for crunch and colour.
Room Temp Ingredients
Using room temperature butter and eggs helps the batter emulsify and rise evenly in the air fryer.
How to Bake Lemon Drizzle Cake in the Air Fryer
This lemon cake rises beautifully in the air fryer and delivers a perfect golden top with moist crumb underneath.
Preheat air fryer to 160°C (320°F).
Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in eggs, one at a time.
Fold in flour, lemon zest, juice and milk.
Pour into lined tin and bake for 18–20 mins.
Cool slightly, then drizzle with lemon glaze.
Don’t Overmix
Fold the flour gently to keep the sponge light. Overmixing can make the cake dense or dry.
Serve warm with cream, with tea or coffee, or as a dessert topped with berries or yogurt.
Final Thoughts on Air Fryer Lemon Drizzle Cake
This lemon drizzle cake is proof that air fryers aren’t just for chips and chicken. It’s fluffy, fragrant and finished with a tangy glaze that cuts through the sweetness beautifully. The air fryer locks in moisture while creating a lovely golden crust. Perfect for afternoon tea, easy desserts, or a quick homemade bake with minimal effort. Once you try this version, it’ll become your go-to for citrusy comfort.
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