Delightful Lemon Lavender Cake Recipe

Indulge in the exquisite combination of zesty lemon and delicate lavender flavors with this delightful lemon lavender cake. This airy and moist cake is perfect for any occasion, from a casual brunch to a special celebration.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp culinary lavender buds
• 1 tbsp lemon zest
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a small bowl, combine the flour, culinary lavender buds, lemon zest, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Alternate adding the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. Stir in the lemon juice.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
6. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. For the optional lemon lavender glaze, whisk together 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, and 1/2 tsp culinary lavender buds until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake.
8. Slice and serve the lemon lavender cake to enjoy its delightful flavors.

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