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Lemon Lavender Cake

A refreshing and unique cake that combines the vibrant essence of lemon with delicate floral notes of culinary lavender, perfect for spring gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Spring
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp lemon zest
  • 3 tbsp culinary lavender
  • 3/4 cup salted butter (room temperature)
  • 3 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 cup whole milk (room temperature) Can substitute with almond or oat milk.
Glaze Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
  • 3 to 4 tbsp whole milk (for glaze)
  • 1/2 tsp lavender extract
  • purple food coloring (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the sugar, culinary lavender, and lemon zest. Rub them together to release the essential oils.
  4. Add the softened butter to the sugar mixture and cream until fluffy.
  5. Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the lemon juice.
  6. Gradually fold in half of the flour mixture, then add the whole milk, followed by the remaining flour until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
Baking
  1. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Glazing
  1. For the glaze, whisk the powdered sugar with whole milk and lavender extract until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, wrap in plastic and freeze for up to a month.