Irish Lemon Fairy Cakes
Brighten up your teatime with these delightful Irish Lemon Fairy Cakes, a classic treat with a zesty twist. Featuring fluffy, buttery sponge infused with fresh lemon zest and juice, these crowd-pleasing mini cakes are a burst of citrusy goodness in every bite. Topped with a glossy, tangy lemon glaze, they’re perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without feeling heavy. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple baking essentials, these fairy cakes are an effortless way to bring a touch of Irish charm to your kitchen. Whether served at a cozy afternoon tea or as a light dessert, these citrus-flavored bites promise to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 115 grams unsalted butter, softened
- 115 grams caster sugar
- 2 items large eggs
- 115 grams self-raising flour
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 150 grams powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper cupcake liners.
In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and caster sugar together using an electric mixer or a wooden spoon until light and fluffy.
Beat the eggs in one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. Mix in the fresh lemon zest and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice.
Sift the self-raising flour over the wet mixture and gently fold it in using a spatula or large spoon. Be careful not to overmix as this will affect the fluffiness of your cakes.
Add 1 tablespoon of milk to the batter and gently mix until smooth and of dropping consistency (the batter should drop off the spoon easily).
Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the cakes are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cakes from the oven and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
To prepare the glaze, sift the powdered sugar into a bowl. Gradually stir in 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice until a smooth, slightly thick glaze forms. Adjust the consistency with a few drops of water or lemon juice as necessary.
Once the cakes are completely cool, spoon or drizzle the glaze over the top of each cake. Let the glaze set before serving.
Enjoy these delightful Irish Lemon Fairy Cakes with a cup of tea or coffee!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2443 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.2 g | 135% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.5 g | 312% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 624 mg | 208% | |
| Sodium | 1086 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 361.4 g | 131% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 264.9 g | ||
| Protein | 25.0 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 128 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 388 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
