Description

Indulge in the enchanting flavors of our Lavender Cake Recipe with Lavender Buttercream Frosting. This elegantly moist cake features a subtle floral aroma, perfect for any occasion—from birthday celebrations to afternoon tea gatherings. With its rich texture and delicate flavor, this dessert is sure to impress your guests and brighten any day. Topped with a dreamy lavender buttercream frosting, this sophisticated treat will transport your taste buds to a serene garden filled with blooming lavender.

Ingredients

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¾ Cup unsalted butter, softened
1½ Cups granulated sugar
2 Large eggs, room temperature
4 Large egg yolks, room temperature
2 tsp vanilla extract
3 Cups all-purpose flour
4 tsp baking powder
1 Tbsp dried culinary lavender, finely crushed
¾ tsp salt
1¼ Cup buttermilk, room temperature
⅓ Cup granulated sugar (for simple syrup)
⅓ Cup water
2 Tbsp dried culinary lavender (for simple syrup)
½ Cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
2⅓ Cups powdered sugar, sifted
2 Tbsp cooled lavender simple syrup
1 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
Whisk together flour, baking powder, crushed lavender, and salt in a medium bowl.
Cream softened butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, followed by egg yolks and vanilla extract.
Gradually combine dry ingredients and buttermilk into the creamed mixture until just combined.
Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Allow cakes to cool before preparing the lavender simple syrup by simmering sugar, water, and dried lavender.
Make the lavender buttercream by beating softened butter and gradually adding powdered sugar until smooth; mix in cooled syrup.
Assemble the cake by layering it with simple syrup and frosting.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 415
Sugar: 45g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 55g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 85mg