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Mini Lemon Cakes with Lavender Glaze

Mini Lemon Cakes with Lavender Glaze for a Refreshing Treat

Delight in these Mini Lemon Cakes with Lavender Glaze, a refreshing dessert perfect for tea parties and brunches.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Cakes
  • 1 1/2 cups All-purpose flour Use a gluten-free blend for an alternative.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda Check freshness.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Make sure it's softened.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup Light brown sugar Adds depth and moisture.
  • Zest of 2 Lemon Use fresh zest.
  • 2 large Eggs Room temperature.
  • 1/2 cup Sour cream Best at room temperature.
  • 1/2 cup Whole milk Aim for room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
For the Lavender Glaze
  • 1 tablespoon Culinary lavender Ensure it's food-grade.
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar For glazing.
  • 2 tablespoons Whole milk Microwave and steep lavender.
Optional Garnish
  • As needed Edible flowers Use violas or pansies.

Equipment

  • stand mixer
  • Mini cake trays
  • mixing bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (162°C) and prepare mini cake trays with non-stick spray.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and kosher salt.
  3. In a stand mixer, beat the softened unsalted butter with granulated and light brown sugars until light and fluffy.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sour cream, whole milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Gradually combine the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating and mixing until just combined.
  6. Fill the prepared trays with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Prepare the lavender glaze by steeping culinary lavender in hot milk, then mix with powdered sugar.
  8. Drizzle the glaze over cooled cakes and garnish with lemon zest and edible flowers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 14gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure all dairy ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Experiment with glazes for different flavors.

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