Lemon Berry Cake – bright, sharp, and packed with berries Right. Lemon and berries. You’d think it’s simple – lemon cake, throw some berries on top. But if the lemon’s too weak, it’s boring. Too sharp, and it’s like eating furniture polish. Took me a while to get the balance. I start with a proper lemon sponge – zest and juice, no artificial oil. Then a layer of raspberry and blueberry compote (chunky, not jammy). And a lemon cream cheese frosting on the outside – tangy, smooth, not too sweet. Where you can find it I bake these fresh in Bromley. People from Downham, Grove Park, Sydenham, Catford and Bellingham keep asking for them, so I deliver that way too. Or just pop into the shop. Who’s buying this? Anyone who’s tired of chocolate. Summer birthdays – June, July, August – when berries actually taste of something. Also mums. Mums love lemon and berries. And honestly? Anyone who wants a cake that doesn’t put them in a food coma. One thing to know The fresh berries on top are best the same day. After that they go a bit soft. Still tastes fine, just not as pretty. And the lemon cream cheese frosting needs to stay cool – don’t leave it in a hot car. Right. That’s the lemon berry one.Sharp, sweet, and a little bit seedy. In a good way.
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