New cake recipe

I'd be delighted to help you with a new cake recipe! Here's a unique and delicious recipe for a Lemon Lavender Pound Cake:

Lemon Lavender Pound Cake Recipe

Ingredients:

For the cake:

• 1 1/2 cups (190g) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 3/4 cups (210g) granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs, at room temperature
• 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 2 1/4 cups (285g) all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup (120g) whole milk, at room temperature
• 1 tablespoon dried lavender buds

For the lemon glaze:

• 1 cup (200g) powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease a 9x5-inch (23x13cm) loaf pan and line it with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the lemon zest and juice.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture in three parts, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Beat just until combined.
6. Stir in the dried lavender buds.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
8. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
9. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
10. Transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.

For the lemon glaze:

1. Whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
2. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake.

Tips and Variations:

• To enhance the lavender flavor, you can add a few drops of lavender extract to the batter.
• If you prefer a stronger lemon flavor, you can increase the amount of lemon zest and juice.
• You can also add some chopped fresh lavender buds on top of the cake before baking for a beautiful and fragrant presentation.
• This cake is perfect for spring or summer, but you can also make it for a special occasion or as a gift.

I hope you enjoy this recipe!