Baked Jersey Butter Cakes with Honey-Lavender Drizzle

Rich and decadent individual butter cakes showcasing the creamy flavor of Jersey butter, enhanced with a delicate honey-lavender drizzle. These are surprisingly easy to make and are perfect for a sophisticated dessert.

Prep Time

20 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

775 kcal

Difficulty

Easy

Equipment

5 items

Cost

£1.13/serving

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Ingredients

Servings

1cupJersey Butter(Unsalted, softened to room temperature)

£2.20

0.5cupGranulated Sugar

£0.25

2Large Eggs(Room temperature)

£0.60

0.8cupAll-Purpose Flour

£0.15

0.5teaspoonBaking Powder

£0.05

0.5teaspoonVanilla Extract

£0.10

0.3cupHoney(Local honey is preferred)

£0.75

1teaspoonDried Lavender Flowers(Culinary grade)

£0.40

1tablespoonWater

Total Cost

£4.50

£1.13 per serving

Instructions

1.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour four 6-8 ounce ramekins.
2.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened Jersey butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes using a hand or stand mixer.
3.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
4.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder.
5.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
6.
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins.
7.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Check frequently after 20 minutes as baking times may vary.
8.
While the cakes are baking, prepare the honey-lavender drizzle. In a small saucepan, combine the honey, dried lavender flowers, and water. Heat over low heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Do not boil.
9.
Remove from heat and let steep for 10 minutes to infuse the honey with lavender flavor. Strain the honey mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the lavender flowers.
10.
Let the cakes cool slightly in the ramekins before drizzling generously with the honey-lavender drizzle. Serve warm or at room temperature.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (220g)

775 kcal / 3243 kJ

Carbs

62g

24% of RDA

Fat

58g

83% of RDA

Protein

16% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

1 g

3% of RDA

Sugar

40 g

44% of RDA

Sodium

90 mg

4% of RDA

Saturated Fat

37 g

185% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a richer flavor, brown the butter before creaming it with the sugar. Let it cool slightly before using.

You can substitute almond extract for vanilla extract for a different flavor profile.

If you don't have ramekins, you can use a muffin tin. Adjust the baking time accordingly.

Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra special treat.

Cooking Equipment

Oven

Mixing Bowls

Hand Mixer or Stand Mixer

4 Ramekins (6-8 oz capacity)

Small saucepan

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