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Lemon Lavender Cake Recipe

Lemon Lavender Cake Recipe
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Indulge in the delicate flavors of lemon and lavender with this exquisite Lemon Lavender Cake. Moist and fragrant layers of cake are paired with a luscious lemon buttercream frosting, creating a delightful treat perfect for any special occasion.

Ingredients

Lemon Lavender Cake Layers:

  • 3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 cups (400g) sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest (from about 4 lemons)
  • 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender
  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup (80ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup whole milk

Lemon Buttercream Frosting:

  • 1 1/2 cup (3 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 6 cups (680g) powdered sugar
  • 1/3 cup (80ml) whole milk
  • 1 tablespoon lemon extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Prepare the pans by greasing and lining with parchment paper.
  2. Combine the dry ingredients: Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Infuse the sugar: Process sugar, lemon zest, and lavender in a food processor until finely ground.
  4. Beat the butter, oil, and sugar: Beat until pale and fluffy.
  5. Add the eggs and vanilla: Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
  6. Combine the wet and dry: Alternate adding flour mixture and liquids, mix until just combined.
  7. Bake the cake layers: Divide batter between pans and bake until done.
  8. Cool the cakes: Let cool completely before frosting.
  9. Make the frosting: Beat butter until smooth, then add sugar, milk, and lemon extract.
  10. Assemble the cake: Layer cakes with frosting in between and on top.
  11. Frost the cake: Apply crumb coat, refrigerate, then apply final frosting layer.

Notes

  • For a stronger lavender flavor, you can steep dried lavender in warm milk for 30 minutes and strain before using.
  • Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
  • You can decorate the cake with additional lemon zest or fresh lavender flowers for a beautiful presentation.

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