Description
A delightful dessert with floral notes of lavender and the natural sweetness of honey, perfect for special occasions and cozy evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup honey
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 2 tbsp dried lavender
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream the softened butter and honey until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk.
- Fold in the dried lavender gently, ensuring even distribution.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool for a few minutes before removing it from the pan.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.
Notes
Use high-quality honey for enhanced flavor. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg