Description
A delightful dessert combining the bright, tart flavor of lemon with floral notes of lavender, perfect for spring gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup lemon curd
- 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- Cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the milk, lemon curd, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until well combined.
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and dried lavender in another bowl.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely before serving.
Notes
For a unique twist, serve this cake with a lavender-infused glaze or syrup. Use fresh lemon zest for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg