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Light and Fluffy Lemon Lavender Tea Cakes

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These lemon lavender tea cakes are light, fluffy, and infused with fresh lemon zest and culinary lavender for a delicate floral twist. Perfect for cozy gatherings or a sweet treat with tea.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (190 g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • Zest of 2 medium lemons
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • ½ cup (120 ml) whole milk, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons dried culinary lavender buds
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease muffin tin or line with cupcake liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened butter and sugar on medium speed until pale and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, fully incorporating each before adding the next. Scrape down sides as needed.
  5. Stir in dried lavender buds, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
  6. Add dry ingredients in three parts, alternating with milk, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix on low speed just until combined; do not overmix.
  7. Spoon batter evenly into prepared pans, filling about 2/3 full.
  8. Bake for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Check at 15 minutes for a golden top that springs back when pressed.
  9. Let cakes rest in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use food-grade culinary lavender to avoid bitterness. Bring eggs and milk to room temperature for best results. Do not overmix batter to keep cakes light and fluffy. For gluten-free, substitute with 1:1 gluten-free flour blend and add xanthan gum if needed. Vegan substitutions include coconut oil for butter and flax eggs for eggs.

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