Almond Lavender Cake Recipe: How to Make It

Ingredients

• 2 cups sugar, divided
• 1/2 cup slivered almonds
• 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon dried lavender flowers, divided
• 1 cup butter, softened
• 4 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup half-and-half cream
• 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 4 teaspoons boiling water
• 3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
• Additional dried lavender flowers, optional