Lemon and Lavender Loaf Cake

A simple variation of lemon drizzle cake featuring edible lavender, yoghurt, and melted butter for a light, fresh texture.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 356.9 kcals 2855.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 51.2 grams 409.8 grams
Fat 14 grams 112.2 grams
Protein 6.4 grams 51.5 grams
Cook Time
40 mins
Produces
8 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
Dairy
2
piece
Eggs
large free-range
200
g
Yoghurt
plain, full-fat
100
g
Butter
unsalted, melted
Fruits
2
piece
Lemon
unwaxed, finely grated zest only
2
piece
Lemon
juice only, strained
GrainsCereals
NutsSeeds
1.5
tbsp
Lavender
dried edible
2
tsp
Lavender
edible

Steps

  • Heat oven to 180°C and line a 1kg loaf tin with baking parchment.
  • Combine the flour, baking powder, bicarbonate of soda, caster sugar, lavender, and lemon zest in a bowl.
  • Beat the eggs with the yoghurt and melted butter in a jug.
  • Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients with a spatula until just combined.
  • Pour the batter into the tin and bake for 40 minutes until a skewer comes out clean.
  • Prick the warm cake deeply all over with a cocktail stick.
  • Mix the lemon juice and icing sugar then pour the drizzle over the hot cake.
  • Sprinkle with granulated sugar and extra lavender before cooling completely in the tin.