Description
Lemon Lavender Summer Cake is a refreshing dessert that combines the vibrant flavors of zesty lemons and fragrant lavender. This light and airy cake is perfect for warm weather gatherings, bringing a touch of sunshine to your table. With its golden hue and enchanting aroma, each bite transports you to a summer paradise. Ideal for garden parties or afternoon tea, this delightful treat is simple to make and sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cane sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp dried culinary lavender buds
- 1 cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350?F (175?C). Grease and flour two round cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and dried lavender; set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about three minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Mix in lemon juice and zest.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk until just combined.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool in pans for ten minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 75mg