Description

Lemon Lavender Cake is a delightful dessert that perfectly marries the bright, zesty flavor of fresh lemons with the subtle floral notes of lavender. This exquisite cake is not only moist and aromatic but also visually stunning, making it an ideal choice for birthdays, tea parties, or a sweet treat at home. With its refreshing taste and irresistible charm, this recipe will impress your guests and elevate any gathering. Perfect for bakers of all skill levels, this easy-to-follow recipe ensures that you can create a show-stopping dessert with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest (from about 2 lemons)
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
1 cup whole milk
2 tablespoons dried lavender buds (culinary grade)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for frosting)
1 tablespoon lemon zest (for frosting)
1 tablespoon dried lavender buds (culinary grade) (for frosting)
½ cup unsalted butter (softened) (for frosting)
4 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
2 tablespoons heavy cream
Pinch of salt

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
Infuse the lavender by heating the milk in a saucepan, adding dried lavender buds, steeping for 5 minutes, then straining.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy; add eggs one at a time followed by lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
Gradually mix in dry ingredients alternating with lavender-infused milk until just combined.
Divide the batter into prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice - approx. 90g
Calories: 320
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 44g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 70mg