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Lavender Peach Celebration Cake with floral and fruity toppings.

Lavender Peach Celebration Cake

A simple yet fragrant cake that combines the juicy warmth of fresh peaches with the floral notes of culinary lavender, perfect for summer gatherings or brunches.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Seasonal
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour For a gluten-free option, try a 1:1 GF blend.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Sub with 3/4 cup brown sugar for a deeper note.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Can use vegetable shortening or dairy-free butter for vegan.
  • 2 large eggs Or 2 flax eggs for vegan swaps.
  • 1 cup milk Whole milk gives the best texture; almond or oat milk work too.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup fresh peaches, diced Leave skins on for color; toss in 1 tsp flour to prevent sinking.
  • 1 tablespoon culinary lavender, dried Use culinary-grade only; crush lightly between fingers.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8- or 9-inch cake pan and line the bottom with parchment.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, beating briefly after each so the mixture stays smooth. Stir in the vanilla and milk until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and dried lavender to distribute the lavender evenly.
  5. Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in two or three additions. Mix gently — stop as soon as the flour is incorporated to keep the cake tender.
  6. Fold in the diced peaches with a spatula, keeping the motion gentle so they don’t break up.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Tap the pan once on the counter to settle the batter.
Baking
  1. Bake for 30–35 minutes or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Start checking at 28 minutes to avoid overbaking.
  2. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Culinary lavender is milder than you’d expect; avoid garden lavender unless labeled culinary. If peaches are very juicy, pat them dry to avoid thinning the batter. For a richer cake, replace 1/4 cup milk with yogurt or sour cream.