A honey lavender latte cake is a harmonious blend of aromatic lavender and sweet honey, delicately intertwined with the rich, velvety taste of espresso, all put into a delectable cake. With each bite, the soothing essence of lavender dances on the palate, providing a sense of tranquility, while the subtle sweetness of honey adds a cozy warmth and a feeling of relaxation. This lovely dessert offers a delightful balance of floral and sweet scents, creating a sensory experience that is both soothing and enticing.
Cake Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line three 8-inch pans with parchment paper.
- In a stand mixer with a paddle attachment, combine butter, sugar, and oil on low speed until mixed, about 1 minute.
- Add eggs and vanilla on medium-low speed until combined.
- Incorporate flour, salt, baking powder, and Nektar Honey Crystals on low speed until mixed, avoiding over-mixing.
- Gradually add buttermilk and mix until combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the three prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes.
- Place the pans on a cooling rack to cool.
Buttercream Instructions:
- Combine egg whites and sugar in a heatproof bowl, then place it over a pan of simmering water.
- Whisk constantly until the sugar dissolves and the mixture becomes warm to the touch.
- Transfer the mixture to a stand mixer with a whisk attachment. Whisk on high speed until stiff peaks form, resulting in a fluffy, glossy, and cool mixture (approximately 10 minutes).
- Reduce the mixer speed to low-medium, and gradually add butter, allowing it to incorporate slowly.
- Once all the butter is added, incorporate vanilla extract, lavender extract, and a drop of purple food coloring.
Photo Credit: Frolic and Fare - Increase the mixer speed to high and continue mixing for 3-5 minutes.
Whether enjoyed as an afternoon treat or a dessert at parties, the honey lavender latte cake allows everyone to savor each bite, enveloped in its soothing aroma and delectable flavor. This unique flavor can be made into a variety of different kinds of desserts, such as ice cream, cookies, or mouthwatering dessert-like beverages! As summer break is around the corner, this is one of the many recipe suggestions to try out during break and hone those baking skills to perfection. Baking is an entire experience of complete relaxation and bliss, and the end product, once taken out of the oven, is the same feeling as well! Don’t forget to strive for the impossible and be extraordinary!
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