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Lilac Bundt Cakes

Lilac Bundt Cakes: A Delightful Floral Dessert Adventure

Discover the enchanting flavors of Lilac Bundt Cakes, a unique floral dessert perfect for spring gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cakes
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Sugar Essential for the cake’s structure and sweetness.
  • ½ cup Fresh Lilac Blossoms Provides unique flavor & aroma; you can substitute with 2 tablespoons of dried lavender.
  • 1 ½ cups All-Purpose Flour The base of the cake.
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder Ensures your cakes rise properly.
  • ¼ tsp Baking Soda Enhances leavening.
  • ¼ tsp Salt Balances the sweetness.
  • ½ cup Milk Adds moisture; any plant-based milk can be used.
  • 1 tsp Lemon Juice Brightens the flavor.
  • ½ cup Butter Adds richness; consider dairy-free butter for a dairy-free option.
  • 2 Eggs Vital for binding.
  • ½ cup Water Used for lilac-infused syrup.
For the Glaze
  • 1 ½ cups Icing Sugar Create a sweet glaze.
  • 2 tbsp Reserved Lilac Syrup Infuses flavor into the glaze.
  • 1 tbsp Milk for Glaze Combine this with icing sugar.
  • few drops Violet Food Color Optional for visual appeal.

Equipment

  • mini bundt pans
  • food processor
  • Stand mixer
  • Measuring cups
  • whisk
  • mixing bowls

Method
 

How to Make Lilac Bundt Cakes
  1. Preheat Oven: Start by heating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray your mini bundt pans with non-stick spray.
  2. Make Lilac Sugar: Pulse together ½ cup sugar and the fresh lilac blossoms in a food processor until mostly broken down.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder, ¼ tsp baking soda, and ¼ tsp salt.
  4. Combine Wet Ingredients: Whisk ½ cup milk with 1 tsp lemon juice in a measuring cup and let sit.
  5. Cream Butter and Sugar: Beat together the softened ½ cup butter and lilac sugar in a stand mixer until creamy. Add 2 eggs, one at a time.
  6. Incorporate Dry and Wet Mixtures: Gradually mix in the dry ingredients and the soured milk alternatingly.
  7. Fill Bundt Molds: Fill your prepared bundt molds with the batter and bake for 20-25 minutes.
  8. Prepare Lilac Syrup: Simmer together ½ cup water and ½ cup sugar. Add remaining lilacs, steep for 10 minutes, strain.
  9. Create the Glaze: Whisk together 1 ½ cups icing sugar, 2 tbsp reserved lilac syrup, and 1 tbsp milk until smooth.
  10. Glaze Cakes: Brush cooled cakes with lilac syrup and drizzle glaze over them.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For added charm, garnish with extra lilac blossoms or edible flowers after glazing.

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