Lavender Pound Cake
Lavender is known for its calming properties and adding it to a pound cake gives it a unique and soothing flavor.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.
Lavender Pound Cake
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
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In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
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In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk.
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Stir in the vanilla extract and lavender buds.
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Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
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Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
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Invert the cake onto a wire rack and let it cool completely.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice to make the glaze.
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Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake.
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Slice and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 18g28%
- Total Carbohydrate 44g15%
- Sugars 28g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
