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Lemon Lavender Cake

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A delightful dessert that combines the invigorating zest of lemons with delicate floral notes of lavender, topped with a silky glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried lavender flowers
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice for glaze
  • 1 tablespoon lavender flowers for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
  5. Add the eggs, lemon zest, and lemon juice to the butter mixture. Mix until well combined.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with buttermilk. Begin and end with the flour mixture.
  7. Gently fold in the dried lavender flowers.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and level off the top.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. While the cake cools, prepare the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
  12. Once the cake is cool, pour the glaze over the top and let it drip down the sides. Garnish with lavender flowers.

Notes

Serve with a sprig of fresh lavender or a dollop of whipped cream for an elegant touch.

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Keywords: cake, lemon, lavender, dessert, baking

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