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Perfect Lemon Lavender Cake Recipe with Easy Glaze

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A moist and flavorful lemon lavender cake topped with a glossy glaze, perfect for birthdays, baby showers, or cozy family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups (310g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups (300g) granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) whole milk
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 tsp culinary-grade dried lavender (crushed lightly)
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/4 tsp culinary-grade dried lavender (optional for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease your cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
  5. Stir in the lemon juice, zest, and crushed lavender. The mixture may look slightly curdled—that’s okay!
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined—don’t overmix.
  7. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more sugar or juice as needed.
  10. Once the cake is fully cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top, letting it drip down the sides. Sprinkle a pinch of lavender on top for garnish.

Notes

[‘Don’t skip the zest; it adds a punch of flavor.’, ‘Use culinary-grade lavender for the best flavor.’, ‘Make sure eggs and butter are at room temperature for a smoother batter.’, ‘Don’t overmix the batter to ensure a tender crumb.’, ‘Check the cake with a toothpick for doneness.’]

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Keywords: lemon cake, lavender cake, easy glaze, dessert recipe, baking, lemon lavender dessert

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