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Mini Lemon Cakes with Lavender Glaze

Delicious Mini Lemon Cakes with Lavender Glaze Bliss

These Mini Lemon Cakes with Lavender Glaze are a delightful treat combining citrus and floral flavors, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar or coconut sugar
  • 2 tablespoons grated lemon zest from fresh lemons
  • 3 large eggs room temperature
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup whole milk can substitute with almond milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract high-quality
For the Lavender Glaze
  • 2 tablespoons dried culinary lavender food-grade
  • 1 cup powdered sugar sifted
  • 1/4 cup whole milk or coconut milk
For Garnishing
  • edible flowers optional, such as violas or pansies

Equipment

  • Mini cake trays
  • Mixing Bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare your mini cake trays by lightly coating them with baking spray.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, kosher salt, and baking soda.
  3. In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and grated lemon zest until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until the batter is smooth.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together sour cream, whole milk, and vanilla extract until well blended.
  6. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, alternating with the wet mixture until just combined.
  7. Divide the batter evenly among the mini cake trays and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let the mini cakes cool in their trays for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely for about 1 hour.
  9. In a small saucepan, heat milk until warm; steep the lavender for about 10 minutes, strain, then mix with powdered sugar until smooth.
  10. Once cooled, drizzle the lavender glaze over each cake and garnish with lemon zest and edible flowers if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure to use room temperature ingredients for better mixing and texture. Measure ingredients accurately for best results.

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