Lavender, with its distinctive purple hue and calming aroma, has found its way into culinary creations, including cakes. This aromatic flower adds a unique flavor and visual appeal to desserts. With its versatility, lavender can be incorporated into a variety of cake recipes, ranging from classic to contemporary. Whether you prefer a simple lavender-infused sponge cake or a more elaborate layered cake adorned with lavender buttercream, there's a recipe out there to satisfy every baker's desire. So, let's embark on a fragrant journey as we explore the world of lavender cakes, uncovering the secrets to crafting a delightful treat that will tantalize your taste buds and transport your senses to a field of lavender in full bloom.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
LEMON LAVENDER CAKE
Strong lemony cake to balance the floral notes from dried lavender buds. It's lovely as dessert after a meal or as a tea cake or snack. The lemon glaze is optional.
Provided by Mah
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Lemon Dessert Recipes
Time 2h15m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a fluted tube pan (such as Bundt®) generously.
- Measure 5 tablespoons milk into a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in the microwave until warmed through, 30 to 45 seconds. Add lavender buds. Let steep to release their flavor, 10 to 15 minutes.
- Whisk white sugar and butter together in a large bowl until creamy. Whisk in eggs, 1 at a time, whisking well after each addition. Add 1/2 cup lemon juice and lemon zest; mix until well-blended. Stir milk and lavender buds into the batter.
- Sift cake flour and baking powder together in a bowl. Slowly fold into the batter, stirring well to prevent lumps. Pour into the greased tube pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean, 45 to 55 minutes. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Invert onto a wire rack to cool completely, at least 30 minutes.
- Whisk remaining 5 tablespoons milk, 1/4 cup lemon juice, and confectioners' sugar together in a small bowl to make glaze; drizzle over the cooled cake. Let stand until glaze is set, about 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 328.5 calories, Carbohydrate 56.3 g, Cholesterol 89.6 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 126.9 mg, Sugar 36.4 g
GLAZED LAVENDER TEA CAKE
I found this recipe on the Taylor & Colledge website and want to convert it to US measurements and temps - If you can not find the Vanilla or lavender extract pastes you can get them at the web site Taylor&Colledge.com
Provided by Sandy in Dayton
Categories Dessert
Time 1h25m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- METHOD.
- Preheat oven to 350°F Grease and line a loaf pan.
- Beat sugar, butter, vanilla bean paste, and lavender extract paste together in a mixer on medium speed until well-blended (about 5 minutes). Beat in the egg and egg white.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add the dry mixture to the butter and eggs in three batches, alternating with the yogurt, beginning and ending with the flour mixture.
- Pour the batter into prepared pan. Bake for one hour or until a skewer comes out clean. Leave to cool in the tin for ten minutes, before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Stir together the ingredients for the icing in a small bowl. Spread the icing over the cooled cake and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 334, Fat 11, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 50.6, Sodium 292.4, Carbohydrate 53.6, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 32.3, Protein 5.9
LAVENDER-LEMON POUND CAKE
This is a decadent and gorgeous cake that would be perfect for Mother's Day or a spring or summer soiree! The sweet-tart lemony lavender glaze lends a beautiful blush of pale lavender color to the finished cake. If you like, serve slices of this pound cake with a scoop of recipe #414812 on the side, finished with a sliver of candied ginger--heavenly! Slightly adapted from the beautiful cake found on http://cakewalker.blogspot.com; the original is Claudia Fleming's cake from her book 'The Last Course'.
Provided by BecR2400
Categories Dessert
Time 1h25m
Yield 1 bundt cake, 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter and flour a 9 to 10-inch bundt pan.
- Melt the butter with 2 tablespoons of dried lavender in a small saucepan. Off the heat and let mixture steep for 10 minutes; strain and set aside to cool.
- In a large mixing bowl (use a stand mixer or a hand held one) beat together the eggs and 2 cups of sugar until thick and pale, about 5 minutes.
- Sift together the flour and salt in a bowl.
- Fold the lemon zest and one-third of the flour mixture into the eggs until thoroughly combined. Gradually fold in the remaining flour, in two batches, scraping the bowl as needed.
- In a separate bowl, whisk 1 cup of the batter with the melted butter and vanilla. Add this to the remaining batter and fold to combine.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and fill to about 2/3rds full. (Use any remaining batter to make about 4 cupcakes). Bake cake until a skewer inserted in the middle comes out clean, about 50 minutes.
- Transfer the cake to a wire rack and let cool completely.
- Meanwhile, make the lavender-lemon syrup.:.
- Combine sugar, water, lemon juice and 3 tablespoons of dried lavender in a saucepan.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and let steep for 3-4 minutes. The syrup will take on the slightest blush color of pale lavender.
- Position the cake on a wire rack over a rimmed sheet pan. With a fork or skewer, poke the cake all over. Brush the top and sides of the cake with almost half the syrup and let cool completely.
- For the glaze:.
- In a measuring cup with a pour spout add 2 strained tablespoons of the remaining syrup. Gradually whisk in the powdered sugar to the desired consistency, and continue to whisk until blended and smooth. Add a few drops of syrup at a time to adjust consistency, as needed.
- Drizzle the glaze onto the cake, and garnish with a sprinkle of dried lavender flowers or crystallized sugar for extra pizazz! If you like, serve cake slices with a scoop of Lemon Verbena Sorbet on the side, studded with a sliver of candied ginger.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 822.1, Fat 42, SaturatedFat 24.9, Cholesterol 283.6, Sodium 252.8, Carbohydrate 103.1, Fiber 1, Sugar 66.9, Protein 10.4
Tips:
- For a fragrant lavender flavor, use culinary lavender buds or dried lavender. Fresh lavender may have a soapy taste.
- To enhance the lavender flavor, you can also add a teaspoon of lavender extract to the cake batter.
- If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of regular milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
- To make sure the cake is evenly cooked, insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, the cake is done.
- The lavender glaze is optional, but it adds a beautiful sheen and extra lavender flavor to the cake.
Conclusion:
This lavender cake with lavender glaze is a delightful treat that is perfect for any occasion. The cake is moist and flavorful, with a delicate lavender aroma. The glaze adds a touch of sweetness and shine, making this cake irresistible. Whether you're a fan of lavender or just looking for a new and unique cake recipe, this lavender cake is sure to impress.
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