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Perfect Lemon Elderflower Layer Cake

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A moist and elegant lemon elderflower layer cake with a delicate floral aroma, perfect for special occasions and easy to make in just three steps.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (310g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ¾ cups (350g) granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup (240ml) whole milk
  • Zest of 2 medium lemons
  • ¼ cup (60ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoons elderflower syrup
  • For the Frosting:
  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups (480g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon elderflower syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional Decorations:
  • Thin lemon slices or twists
  • Edible flowers (like violets or pansies)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round pans or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Using a mixer, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing fully after each addition.
  5. Stir in lemon juice, elderflower syrup, and lemon zest.
  6. With mixer on low, alternately add dry ingredients and milk, starting and ending with dry ingredients. Mix just until combined.
  7. Divide batter evenly between pans and smooth tops. Bake 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto cooling racks to cool completely.
  9. For frosting, beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar on low speed.
  10. Add lemon juice, elderflower syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat on high for 3-5 minutes until fluffy.
  11. Place one cake layer on plate, spread frosting generously. Add second layer and frost top and sides evenly.
  12. Decorate with lemon slices or edible flowers. Chill briefly if frosting is too soft before serving.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs and butter for best texture. Do not overmix batter to avoid toughness. Use fresh lemon zest and juice for brighter flavor. Rotate pans halfway through baking for even cooking. Chill cake briefly after frosting for easier slicing. If frosting is too stiff, add a teaspoon of milk to loosen.

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