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Lemon Lavender Cake

This lemon lavender cake is so easy to make (and completely gluten-free and paleo-friendly).
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12
Author: Emma Kelly

Ingredients

  • 4 large eggs separated into 4 egg yolks and 4 egg whites
  • 2 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 ½ tsp dried lavender
  • ½ cup coconut sugar
  • 1 ½ cup almond flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • pinch of salt

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. 
  • Line and 8 inch springform pan with parchment paper. 
  • Combine the almond flour and baking powder and set aside.
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment place the egg whites, lemon juice and pinch of salt. 
  • When the egg whites start begin to increase in volume, add ¼ cup of coconut sugar. 
  • Whisk the egg whites until soft peaks form. 
  • Place the egg yolks, remaining coconut sugar, lemon zest, dried lavender and almond flour mixture in another bowl and whisk until smooth. 
  • Gently fold the egg whites into the yolk mixture, working in batches. Do not overmix. 
  • Carefully transfer the batter to the prepared pan. 
  • Bake in the middle of the oven for 30 minutes or until golden brown.