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Perfect Lemon Lavender Cake

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A moist and fragrant cake bursting with citrusy brightness and subtle floral lavender notes, perfect for spring occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup whole milk, room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon dried culinary lavender
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 2–3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your 9-inch round cake pan and line it with parchment paper.
  2. Cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  6. Fold in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and dried lavender.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Make the glaze by whisking powdered sugar with a few tablespoons of lemon juice until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake and let set before slicing.

Notes

For a stronger lavender flavor, add a few drops of natural lavender extract. Soak lavender in warm water for 10 minutes to soften its flavor if needed.

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