Jul 14 2026
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Lemon + Elderflower Cake Recipe

Inspired by ZINC New Haven
Time1h
Serves8

Lemon Curd / Fresh Strawberries / Vanilla Chantilly Cream

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Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

Method

Cake Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.

  2. 2

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.

  3. 3

    Cream Butter and Sugar

    In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.

  4. 4

    Add Eggs and Vanilla

    Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract and lemon zest.

  5. 5

    Combine Mixtures

    Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk and elderflower cordial until just combined.

  6. 6

    Bake the Cakes

    Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

  7. 7

    Cool the Cakes

    Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.

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