Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Begin by heating your vegetable oil in a small saucepan over medium heat for about 1 minute. Stir in the culinary lavender, cover the saucepan, and allow it to bloom for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- In a medium bowl, combine the sugar with the zested lemon. Rub the sugar and lemon zest together until fragrant and slightly moistened, about 5 minutes.
- In a stand mixer bowl, beat the eggs with the lemon-zest-sugar mixture and vanilla extract on medium speed for about 3-4 minutes until fluffy and airy.
- Gradually drizzle in your lavender-infused oil with the mixer running. Mix for an additional 30 seconds.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the yogurt and lemon juice.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan. Bake for about 1 hour, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
- Remove the loaf from the oven and cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Prepare the glaze by mixing confectioners' sugar, vegetable oil, boiling water, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Once cooled, drizzle the glaze over the loaf and let it set before slicing.
Nutrition
Notes
Ensure you use culinary-grade lavender for safety. Store the cake tightly wrapped if refrigerating to maintain moisture.
