Rose Petal Lavender Cake Recipe — Floral Elegance
This elegant cake was perfect for our Mother's Day celebration! Delicate floral flavors with moist layers and beautiful rose petal decoration.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- all-purpose flour 2.25 cups
- granulated sugar 1.5 cups
- unsalted butter 1 cup
- large eggs 3 pieces
- whole milk 1 cup
- dried culinary lavender 2 tbsp
- baking powder 2.5 tsp
- baking soda 0.5 tsp
- rose water 1.5 tsp
- fresh lemon zest 1 tbsp
Seasonings/Sauce
- salt 0.5 tsp
- powdered sugar 2 cups
- heavy cream 2 tbsp
- rose petals (edible, unsprayed) 0.25 cup
- lavender buds (for garnish) 1 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates
45 g
56%
Protein
5 g
6%
Fat
14 g
38%
Cooking steps
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1
Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease two 8-inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
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2
In a small saucepan, combine milk and dried lavender. Heat gently until just steaming, then remove from heat and steep for 15 minutes. Strain out lavender and cool to room temperature.
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3
In a large bowl, cream together butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 4 minutes. Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
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4
Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and lemon zest in a separate bowl. Gradually add to the butter mixture, alternating with the lavender milk. Stir in rose water for fragrance.
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5
Divide the batter evenly between pans. Bake for 28–32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool cakes completely in the pans before unmolding.
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6
For the frosting, beat 1/2 cup butter with powdered sugar until smooth. Add heavy cream and 1/2 tsp rose water, beating to a fluffy, thick consistency.
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7
Layer and frost the cooled cakes. Decorate the top with edible rose petals and a sprinkling of lavender buds. Tradition tip: Rose and lavender are classic symbols of love and spring, perfect for Mother's Day.
Personalized Q&A
Q. Why is this Rose Petal Lavender Cake a wonderful choice for Mother's Day?
Rose and lavender symbolize love, grace, and spring renewal—qualities often celebrated on Mother’s Day. The delicate floral flavors and decorative rose petals make this cake both meaningful and visually stunning for the occasion.
Q. How can I prevent my cake from becoming too dense or dry?
Be sure to alternate adding the flour mixture and lavender-infused milk slowly and mix just until combined. Over-mixing can make the cake dense. Also, don’t overbake—test with a toothpick at the minimum bake time.
Q. Can I make this cake in advance for a special occasion?
Yes! You can bake the cake layers a day in advance and wrap them well once cooled. Assemble and frost just before serving for the freshest results. The floral flavors develop beautifully overnight.
Q. How many calories does each serving contain and what is the nutrition profile?
Each slice (about 110g) contains approximately 320 kcal, with 45g carbohydrates (56%), 5g protein (6%), and 14g fat (38%).
Q. Can I make this cake gluten-free or dairy-free?
Yes! Substitute a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend for traditional flour, and use plant-based butter and dairy-free milk for the cake and frosting. Check that your rose water and decorations are allergen-safe as well.
