Honey Lavender Tea Cake
Indulge in the delightful Honey Lavender Tea Cake, where floral lavender meets the sweet essence of honey in a moist, fluffy cake. Perfect for afternoon tea or special occasions, this aromatic treat is easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests. With its delicate flavor profile and beautiful presentation, this cake will transport you to a sunlit garden with every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup honey
- 2 tbsp culinary-grade lavender buds
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time to the butter mixture, beating well after each addition. Stir in honey and lavender buds until combined.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients alternately with milk, starting and ending with dry ingredients until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg