Salted Honey Lavender Cake

A delicate, airy cake infused with floral lavender, topped with a luscious salted honey drizzle. This Salted Honey Lavender Cake is a refined treat, perfect for spring gatherings or elegant afternoon tea sessions.

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This modern European dessert captures the essence of a flowering garden, bringing together simple ingredients to create a truly memorable flavor profile.

Ingredients

• Cake
• 1 1/2 cups (190 g) all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
• 1 tbsp dried culinary lavender buds
• 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 1/3 cup (80 ml) honey
• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
• 2/3 cup (160 ml) whole milk, room temperature
• Salted Honey Drizzle
• 1/3 cup (80 ml) honey
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt

Instructions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch (20 cm) round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and lavender buds. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.

Step 4

Beat in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the honey and vanilla extract.

Step 5

Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in two batches, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.

Step 7

Bake for 28–32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

For the salted honey drizzle, combine the honey and butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and stir in the flaky sea salt.

Step 9

Once the cake has cooled, drizzle the salted honey mixture over the top. Allow the drizzle to set for 10 minutes before serving.

Zusatztipps für die Zubereitung

For a stronger lavender flavor, gently crush the lavender buds with a mortar and pestle before using.

Varianten und Anpassungen

Garnish with extra lavender buds or edible flowers for a beautiful presentation.

Serviervorschläge

Pairs well with a cup of Earl Grey tea or a glass of chilled Moscato.

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This Salted Honey Lavender Cake is a beautiful centerpiece for any dessert table, offering a harmonious blend of floral, sweet, and salty notes in every bite.

Recipe FAQs

→ How can I enhance the lavender flavor?

Gently crush the dried lavender buds with a mortar and pestle before adding to release more aroma and flavor.

→ What is the best way to apply the honey drizzle?

Warm the honey with butter and flaky salt until smooth, then drizzle over the cooled cake and let it set for about 10 minutes.

→ Can I substitute the milk in this cake?

Whole milk is recommended for richness, but you can experiment with alternatives like almond or oat milk for different textures.

→ What type of lavender should be used?

Use culinary-grade dried lavender buds to ensure a safe and pleasant flavor in baked goods.

→ How do I know when the cake is fully baked?

Insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs, the cake is done baking.