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Lemon Lavender Cake

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A delightful cake that blends zesty lemon with floral lavender, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoons salt
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
  • 0.25 cups fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons dried lavender buds (culinary grade)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1.5 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)
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 pinch salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
  5. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and dried lavender buds in a separate bowl.
  6. Slowly add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with the milk.
  7. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and spread it out smoothly.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cakes cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
  10. Beat the softened butter for the frosting until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, integrating heavy cream, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, lavender, and a pinch of salt.
  11. Once cooled, place one cake layer on your serving plate and spread frosting on top.
  12. Top with the second layer and cover the entire cake with the remaining frosting.
  13. Garnish with extra lavender buds and lemon zest.
  14. Slice, serve, and enjoy!

Notes

Serve with fresh berries or a dollop of whipped cream. This cake also pairs well with iced tea or lemonade.

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Keywords: lemon, lavender, cake, dessert, baking

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