{"product_id":"lemon-berry-cake-slice","title":"Lemon Berry Cake Slice","description":"\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRight so this one's for the people who like their cake with a bit of a tang.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot everything has to be sweet sweet sweet. Sometimes you want something that bites back a little. Something sharp and fresh that cuts through and makes you go ooh that's lively. That's this one.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI came up with this because someone asked for something \"summer but make it cake.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTheir words not mine. But I knew what they meant. They wanted something bright. Something that felt like sunshine and fresh fruit. Something that wasn't chocolate because it was too hot for heavy stuff. So I got thinking about lemon because lemon's perfect for that. Then berries because berries make everything better. And here we are.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHere's what you're getting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLemon sponge first. Really light. Fluffy. Zest from actual lemons in there because the bottled juice just doesn't hit the same. Then we soak it. Just a tiny bit. With lemon juice and a little sugar. Keeps it moist and adds that extra sharpness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThen the lemon buttercream. Not too sweet. Tangy. Fresh. Made with real lemon zest and a splash of juice so it's got that proper zing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBetween the layers? Berries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMixed berries usually. Raspberries mostly. Sometimes blueberries if they're good. Little chunks of freshness that burst when you bite into them. Cuts through the sweetness perfectly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn top we go pretty.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore lemon buttercream. Smooth or swirly depending on the vibe. Then fresh berries arranged nice. Raspberries. Blueberries. Maybe a strawberry half if it's a good one. Then a little grate of lemon zest over the top. Looks fresh. Tastes even fresher.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho's buying these slices?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSummer people. The ones who live for light fresh flavours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeople who find chocolate too heavy. This is the opposite.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHonestly? Mums. After school run with a coffee. Treat themselves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnyone who's had a big meal and wants something that doesn't put them over the edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMe. On a warm afternoon. Perfection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you're in Bromley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e pop in and grab one. They're usually about but summer weekends go quick. If you want to guarantee one maybe message ahead and I'll stick it behind the counter with your name on it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOr order online for collection or local delivery. Whatever works.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne thing I should mention. The fresh berries on top won't last forever. Like a day maybe two then they start going soft. Still fine to eat just not as pretty. The cake itself keeps fine but the fruit does what fruit does.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlso the lemon is proper sharp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Not like those lemon cakes that taste of nothing. This one's got bite. If you want it milder let me know next time and I'll ease up on the zest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRight. That's the lemon berry slice done.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBright. Fresh. Tastes like summer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cakes \u0026 Bakes Original Bromley","offers":[{"title":"Pack of One","offer_id":55373305446734,"sku":null,"price":3.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pack of 3","offer_id":55373305479502,"sku":null,"price":11.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pack of 6","offer_id":55373305512270,"sku":null,"price":22.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pack of 8","offer_id":55373305545038,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/cakesandbakesbromley.co.uk\/products\/lemon-berry-cake-slice","provider":"Cakes \u0026 Bakes Original Bromley","version":"1.0","type":"link"}