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Lemon Lavender Cake

Lemon Lavender Cake: A Light & Floral Spring Treat

This Lemon Lavender Cake is a delightful blend of zesty lemon and floral lavender, perfect for any spring gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can replace with gluten-free blend
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Essential leavening agent
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter Softened to room temperature
  • 1 cups Granulated Sugar Adds moisture and sweetness
  • 3 large Eggs Prefer at room temperature
  • Zest of 2 Lemon Zest Infuses aromatic acidity
  • 0.5 cups Fresh Lemon Juice Adds tanginess
  • 2 tablespoons Dried Lavender Buds Consider grinding them
  • 0.5 cups Buttermilk Best at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances aroma
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Main ingredient for glaze
  • 0.5 cups Lavender-Infused Water Optional for floral flavor
  • Zest of 1 Additional Lemon Zest Optional for garnish

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Spatula
  • Sifter

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing and flouring them.
  2. Sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing each before adding. Stir in lemon zest and lemon juice.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients and buttermilk together until just combined.
  6. Fold in ground dried lavender buds gently.
  7. Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then invert onto wire racks to cool completely.
  9. Prepare the glaze by steeping dried lavender in lemon juice, strain and mix with powdered sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best served with fresh lemon for added brightness. Store in an airtight container to maintain moisture.

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