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Lemon Lavender Cake

Lemon Lavender Cake: A Refreshing Twist for Summer Baking

This Lemon Lavender Cake combines zesty lemon and floral lavender for a delightful summer treat.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar or brown sugar for richer flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Zest use fresh for brightest taste
  • 2 tablespoons Culinary Lavender ensure culinary-grade
  • 1/2 cup Salted Butter or unsalted to control salt
  • 3 large Eggs room temperature for even mixing
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice freshly squeezed works best
  • 1 3/4 All-Purpose Flour weigh for accuracy
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder check for freshness
  • 1/2 cup Whole Milk or buttermilk for flavor
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar for sweetness and texture
  • 2 tablespoons Milk or almond/coconut milk for dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon Lavender Extract adjust to taste

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder in a medium bowl and set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar, culinary lavender, and lemon zest, rubbing them together for fragrance.
  4. Cream the salted butter until fluffy, then add the lavender-sugar mixture, mixing well.
  5. Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition, followed by the lemon juice.
  6. Fold half of the flour mixture into the wet ingredients, add the milk, and then the remaining flour until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Prepare the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar, milk, and lavender extract until smooth.
  10. Once the cake is completely cool, drizzle the glaze over the top and let it set for a few minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best flavor and avoid overmixing for a tender texture.

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