Spiced Orange and Almond Cake with Lavender Honey Glaze

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A moist French-inspired cake featuring fragrant orange zest and toasted almonds, finished with a delicate lavender-infused honey glaze. This french-inspired desserts ready in about 65 minutes pairs all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

★ 4.1 (15 ratings) Prep: 20 min Cook: 45 min Serves 8 French cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.
  2. Step 2: In a medium bowl, sift together 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 tsp baking powder, and 1/4 tsp salt. Stir in 1/2 cup almond flour and 2 tbsp orange zest.
  3. Step 3: In a large bowl, cream 1/2 cup softened unsalted butter and 1 cup granulated sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  4. Step 4: Add 3 large eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  5. Step 5: Reduce mixer speed to low and alternately add the dry flour mixture and 1/2 cup whole milk in three additions, beginning and ending with flour. Mix until just combined.
  6. Step 6: Fold in 1/3 cup toasted sliced almonds gently with a spatula.
  7. Step 7: Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 40-45 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  8. Step 8: In a small saucepan, warm 1/4 cup lavender honey with 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice over low heat until just runny. Brush the glaze over the warm cake to soak in and add shine.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Spiced Orange and Almond Cake with Lavender Honey Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 65 minutes (20 min prep + 45 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Spiced Orange and Almond Cake with Lavender Honey Glaze?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep all-purpose flour from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Spiced Orange and Almond Cake with Lavender Honey Glaze?

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 Spiced Orange and Almond Cake with Lavender Honey Glaze 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 Spiced Orange and Almond Cake with Lavender Honey Glaze?

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.

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