Springtime Bliss: Lemon Lavender Cake Recipe

Today’s Unique Dessert: Lemon Lavender Cake

I’m excited to share a special dessert recipe with you today that brings together the bright freshness of lemon with the subtle floral notes of lavender. This unique combination is perfect for a spring brunch or afternoon tea with friends. Let’s dive into this delightful Lemon Lavender Cake!

Ingredients:

• 200g all-purpose flour
• 150g granulated sugar
• 150g butter, softened
• 3 eggs
• 2 lemons, zested and juiced
• 120ml lukewarm milk
• 1 tablespoon dried lavender flowers
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Kitchen Tools:

• mixing bowl
• whisk
• round cake pan
• zester
• oven preheated to 180°C

To begin, preheat your oven to 180°C and grease a round cake pan. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Next, stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and dried lavender flowers. In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the lukewarm milk, until just combined.

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool before slicing and serving.

This Lemon Lavender Cake weighs approximately 800g when cooked, serves 8, with each serving weighing around 100g. An estimated calorie count per serving is 250 calories.

One unique tip for this recipe is to brush the top of the baked cake with a simple syrup infused with more lavender for an added burst of flavor.

I hope you give this Lemon Lavender Cake a try and enjoy the delightful combination of citrus and floral notes. Get creative and make it your own by adding a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of powdered sugar on top. Happy baking!