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Lemon slice
Calories & nutrition facts
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Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 443 kcal —
- Protein 4.5 g 9%
- Carbohydrate 58 g 21%
- Fat 22 g 28%
- Saturated fat 15 g 75%
- Fibre 1.6 g 6%
- Sugars 46 g —
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Questions about Lemon slice
Is lemon slice the same as lemon drizzle cake?
Usually not: British lemon slice is a traybake with a crisp shortbread base and a tangy lemon topping, while lemon drizzle cake is a sponge finished with lemon syrup or icing.
How do you stop the base of lemon slice going soggy?
Bake the shortbread base until pale golden before adding the lemon filling. This helps it stay firm beneath the moist topping.
How do you get a stronger lemon flavour in lemon slice?
Rub finely grated lemon zest into the sugar before mixing the filling; the zest’s fragrant oils give a fuller flavour than juice alone. Avoid grating in the bitter white pith.
How should you store lemon slice?
Once cool, keep slices in a covered container in the fridge, especially if the topping contains egg. Eat within two days, in line with Food Standards Agency advice for leftovers.
Can you freeze lemon slice?
Yes. Freeze the cooled slices in a single layer, then wrap or box them with baking paper between layers. Defrost in the fridge; the shortbread may be a little softer afterwards.
How do you cut lemon slice neatly?
Chill it until the topping is firm, then use a sharp knife warmed under hot water and wiped dry. Clean the blade between cuts to keep the edges tidy.
Which has less energy, lemon slice or lemon cake?
Lemon cake has less: 286 kcal per 100 g, compared with 443 kcal per 100 g for lemon slice.
Source: ausnut F008298 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
