Authentic Lemon Lavender Cake
A delicate sponge cake infused with floral lavender and brightened by zesty lemon, perfect for a sweet finale. This french-inspired desserts ready in about 70 minutes layers cake flour, softened butter, sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 200 g cake flour
- 100 g, softened butter
- 150 g sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp, dried lavender buds
- 50 ml milk
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 20 cm round cake tin. Sift 200 g cake flour and 1 tsp baking powder into a bowl. Set aside.
- Step 2: In a separate bowl, cream 100 g softened butter and 150 g sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in 3 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 tbsp lemon zest and 1 tbsp dried lavender buds.
- Step 3: Gradually add the sifted flour mixture and 50 ml milk, mixing until smooth. Fold in 1 tsp vanilla extract.
- Step 4: Pour batter into the prepared tin. Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool completely before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Authentic Lemon Lavender Cake take to make?
Total time is about 70 minutes (30 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Authentic Lemon Lavender Cake?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Authentic Lemon Lavender Cake?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Authentic Lemon Lavender Cake for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Authentic Lemon Lavender Cake?
French desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The aroma while cooking this was absolutely heavenly.
- ★★★★★
Kids gobbled it up without complaints — that's a 5-star in my book.
- ★★★★★
Added some red pepper flakes for heat — highly recommend.
