Lavender Cake Recipe with Lavender Buttercream Frosting
Indulge in the enchanting flavors of our Lavender Cake Recipe with Lavender Buttercream Frosting. This delightful cake is infused with aromatic lavender and paired with a luscious buttercream that adds a touch of elegance to any occasion. Ideal for celebrations or a cozy afternoon treat, this moist cake is beautifully complemented by a lavender simple syrup that enhances its floral notes. Impress your guests with a dessert that not only tastes exquisite but also looks stunning on your table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1½ Sticks (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
- For the Lavender Simple Syrup: ⅓ Cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ Cup water
- 2 Tbsp dried culinary lavender
- For the Lavender Buttercream: ½ Cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2⅓ Cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 2 Tbsp cooled lavender simple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, crushed lavender, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then incorporate egg yolks and vanilla.
- Alternately mix dry ingredients and buttermilk into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prepare lavender simple syrup by simmering sugar, water, and lavender until dissolved; cool completely.
- For frosting, beat softened butter until creamy; gradually add powdered sugar, followed by cooled syrup and vanilla until fluffy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 31g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg