Dandelion Honey Cake Lemon (Printable)

Moist cake with floral honey and a bright lemon glaze, perfect for light gatherings.

# What you'll need:

→ Cake

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
03 - 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 0.5 teaspoon fine sea salt
05 - 0.5 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
06 - 0.5 cup dandelion honey
07 - 0.5 cup granulated sugar
08 - 3 large eggs, room temperature
09 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
10 - 0.5 cup whole milk, room temperature
11 - 2 tablespoons lemon zest
12 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

→ Lemon Glaze

13 - 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
14 - 2 to 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
15 - 1 tablespoon dandelion honey

# Preparation steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, cream butter, dandelion honey, and sugar together until light and fluffy, approximately 3 minutes.
04 - Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
05 - Add flour mixture in three parts, alternating with milk, beginning and ending with flour. Mix until just combined without overmixing.
06 - Pour batter into prepared cake pan and smooth the top surface.
07 - Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
08 - Remove from oven and allow cake to cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
09 - In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice added gradually to reach desired consistency, and dandelion honey until smooth.
10 - Drizzle glaze over cooled cake. Let set for 10 to 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • The floral notes of dandelion honey create a uniquely fragrant cake that tastes like spring itself
  • Bright lemon zest and juice balance the honey's sweetness with refreshing citrus flavor
  • Simple pantry ingredients come together in just one hour from start to finish
  • The glossy lemon glaze adds visual appeal and an extra layer of tangy sweetness
  • Perfect for vegetarian guests and elegant enough for special occasions
02 -
  • Always allow the cake to cool completely before glazing—warm cake will cause the glaze to become too thin and slide off
  • Sift your powdered sugar before making the glaze to ensure a perfectly smooth, lump-free finish
  • Use a microplane or fine zester for the lemon zest to avoid bitter white pith
  • Test doneness with a toothpick inserted into the center; it should come out clean or with just a few moist crumbs
  • For the most vibrant lemon flavor, zest your lemons before juicing them—it's much easier that way
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