Lavender Honey Wedding Cake
This Lavender Honey Wedding Cake features delicate layers infused with floral lavender and sweet honey, creating a harmonious blend of flavors perfect for a romantic celebration. Adorned with a light cream cheese frosting and fresh edible flowers, this cake is both visually stunning and delicious.
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large Eggs
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 cup Milk
- 2 tablespoons dried culinary lavender
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- for decoration fresh edible flowers
Instructions
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Step 1:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Step 2:
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
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Step 3:
In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Step 4:
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then mix in the honey.
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Step 5:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, and mix until just combined. Stir in the dried lavender.
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Step 6:
Divide the batter evenly between prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
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Step 7:
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
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Step 8:
In a bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth, then gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until well combined.
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Step 9:
Place one cake layer on a serving plate, spread a layer of frosting on top, then add the second layer and frost the top and sides of the cake.
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Step 10:
Garnish the cake with fresh edible flowers for a beautiful presentation.