Description
Lilac Bundt Cake is a delightful springtime treat that captures the essence of blooming lilacs in every slice. With a tender crumb infused with floral notes, this cake is perfect for celebrating special occasions or simply indulging yourself. Its stunning appearance and exquisite flavor will leave everyone guessing your secret ingredient. Enjoy this whimsical dessert at garden parties, brunches, or as a sweet escape on any day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup lilac syrup
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a Bundt pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy (4-5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually add dry ingredients alternately with milk, starting and ending with flour.
- Fold in lilac syrup and lemon zest.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool for 10 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg