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Mini Lemon Cakes with Lavender Glaze

Delicious Mini Lemon Cakes with Lavender Glaze to Delight Your Day

Mini Lemon Cakes with Lavender Glaze are delightful desserts that elevate any occasion with their moist texture and zesty flavor.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 cakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Cakes
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour gluten-free blend can substitute if needed
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt essential for enhancing flavor
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda helps the cakes rise
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup light brown sugar adds moisture
  • 2 tablespoons grated lemon zest fresh zest is best
  • 3 large eggs at room temperature
  • ½ cup sour cream at room temperature; can substitute with yogurt
  • ½ cup whole milk at room temperature; almond milk can substitute
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for enhanced flavor
For the Lavender Glaze
  • ½ cup whole milk for glaze consistency
  • 1 tablespoon culinary lavender food-grade for safety
  • 2 cups powdered sugar for sweetness
Optional Garnish
  • edible flowers for garnish

Equipment

  • Mini cake trays
  • Stand mixer
  • whisk
  • Saucepan
  • wire rack

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and prepare mini cake trays with baking spray.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, kosher salt, and baking soda.
  3. In a stand mixer, cream the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and grated lemon zest until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix together the sour cream, whole milk, and vanilla extract, then gradually add to the butter mixture alternately with dry ingredients.
  6. Divide the batter evenly in the mini cake trays, filling each about ¾ full and bake for 18-20 minutes.
  7. Allow cakes to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  8. For the glaze, heat whole milk with culinary lavender, letting it steep for about 10 minutes.
  9. Strain the lavender-infused milk and mix with powdered sugar until smooth.
  10. Once cooled, drizzle the lavender glaze over the cakes and garnish as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure all dairy ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. Store cakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.

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