Description
Brown butter, lemon, and thyme drizzle cake is a delightful dessert that perfectly balances the nutty richness of brown butter with zesty lemon and aromatic thyme. The moist, tender crumb is topped with a luscious lemon glaze, creating a truly memorable treat. Ideal for gatherings or a cozy afternoon snack, this cake is sure to impress with its unique flavor combination.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 medium fresh lemons (zested and juiced)
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 3 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch round cake pan.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter, stirring until golden brown and nutty (about 5 minutes). Allow it to cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the browned butter, granulated sugar, eggs, lemon zest, and juice until smooth.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and thyme leaves. Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cool completely before drizzling with a glaze made from powdered sugar mixed with leftover lemon juice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 65mg