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Mini Lemon Cakes with Lavender Glaze

Charming mini lemon cakes infused with fragrant lavender, perfect for spring gatherings or afternoon tea.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Baked Goods
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/8 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 Tbsp grated lemon zest (from 2 lemons)
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1/4 cup sour cream, at room temperature
  • 1/4 cup whole milk, at room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Lavender Glaze Ingredients
  • 1/2 tsp culinary lavender
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/8 tsp vanilla extract, as needed
Garnish
  • edible flowers, for garnish
  • lemon zest, for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare mini cake pans.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add in the eggs one at a time, followed by the sour cream, whole milk, vanilla extract, and lemon zest. Mix until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and kosher salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared mini cake pans, filling them about two-thirds full.
  2. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  3. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely.
Glazing
  1. While the cakes are cooling, make the lavender glaze by combining the powdered sugar, kosher salt, culinary lavender, and enough vanilla extract for desired consistency.
  2. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled mini cakes.
Serving
  1. Garnish with edible flowers and lemon zest before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 100mgSugar: 12g

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. You can substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a tangy twist. Properly store cakes for freshness.

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