They Said They’d Just Have a Slice… Then Devoured the Whole Lemon Polenta Cake
JojoM
A rich, syrup-soaked lemon polenta cake that marries English drizzle cake with Italian rustic flair. Naturally gluten-free and irresistibly moist.
They Said They’d Just Have a Slice… Then Devoured the Whole Lemon Polenta Cake
JojoMA rich, syrup-soaked lemon polenta cake that marries English drizzle cake with Italian rustic flair. Naturally gluten-free and irresistibly moist.
Chef's Tips
Use fine polenta or cornmeal for the best texture.
Let the syrup soak in completely before removing the cake from the tin.
The cake is best served with a spoon or fork due to its moistness.
Can be made 3 days ahead and stored airtight.
Freezes well for up to a month.
Tools Used
Mixing Bowls
Mixer Or Wooden Spoon
Saucepan
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Ingredients
Cake
Lemon Syrup
Instructions
Prepare the Cake
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (gas mark 4) and line a 23cm springform tin with baking parchment. Grease the sides with butter.
- 2
Beat the butter and sugar until pale and fluffy.
- 3
Mix the ground almonds, polenta, and baking powder in a separate bowl.
- 4
Add part of the dry mixture into the butter-sugar mix, followed by an egg. Continue alternating until all eggs and dry mix are incorporated.
- 5
Stir in the lemon zest and transfer the mixture to the prepared tin.
- 6
Bake for around 40 minutes, until the edges shrink slightly and a cake tester comes out cleanish.
Lemon Syrup and Finishing
- 1
While the cake bakes, heat lemon juice and icing sugar in a saucepan until the sugar dissolves.
- 2
Once the cake is done, prick the surface with a cake tester and pour the warm syrup over the top.
- 3
Let the cake cool completely in the tin before unmoulding.
Comments & Reviews
Anna
8/2/2025
So moist and lemony! I served it with a dollop of crème fraîche—absolute hit.
Tom
8/2/2025
I’m not gluten-free but I’d choose this over a regular lemon cake any day.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 slice
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
