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Luxurious Iced Lemon Lavender Dream Cake - A Refreshing Treat!

Delight in this luxurious iced lemon lavender dream cake! With a perfect balance of zesty lemon and floral lavender, this refreshing treat is a slice of pure indulgence.
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Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand or stand mixer
  • 9-inch round cake pans (2)
  • Parchment paper
  • Cooling rack
  • Whisk

Ingredients
  

  • For the Cake:
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
  • 2 teaspoons dried culinary lavender finely ground
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • For the Lemon Glaze:
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon milk or cream
  • Optional: Dried lavender buds for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Prepare for Baking:
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
  • Mix the Dry Ingredients:
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  • Cream Butter and Sugar:
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
  • Add Wet Ingredients:
  • Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the lemon zest, lavender, and vanilla extract.
  • Incorporate the Dry Ingredients:
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk and lemon juice. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • Bake the Cakes:
  • Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.
  • Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Prepare the Lemon Glaze:
  • In a bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and milk until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more lemon juice or powdered sugar as needed.
  • Assemble and Glaze:
  • Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a thin layer of glaze on top.
  • Place the second layer on top and pour the remaining glaze over the cake, letting it drip down the sides.
  • Garnish with a sprinkle of dried lavender buds if desired.