Love Spell Cake for Beltane & the Full Flower Moon
For kitchen witches, the path to enchantment often winds through the earthy aroma of spices, the crackling of a hearth, and the alchemy of turning simple ingredients into dishes that resonate with powerful intention. Beltane, an ancient Gaelic festival marking the beginning of summer, is a particularly potent time for love spells and manifestations. One cherished ingredient in this magical culinary world is lavender, celebrated for its soothing fragrance and storied history in love-oriented spells and healing. In this post, we’ll explore the marriage of culinary art and kitchen magic, culminating in a Love Spell Cake fit for the romantic energy of Beltane.
Not only is this cake a great way to celebrate Beltane, but it’s also the perfect way to add a little magick to your Full Flower Moon celebrations.
Lavender’s appeal stretches far beyond its lovely, delicate appearance and fragrance. Its use in magick and healing is as rich and varied as the landscapes it graces. The tiny purple blooms are believed to carry the essence of Love, Protection, Sleep, Longevity, Purification, Happiness, and Peace.
The Kitchen Witch Love Spell Cake Recipe
To ensure your Love Spell Cake is pure magick, follow these steps exactly.
Ingredients:
Lavender Honey Butter
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp dried lavender flowers
- 3 tablespoons honey
The Cake
- 1/2 cup of butter, softened
- 1 and a half cups of sugar
- 2 cups flour
- 3/4 cup of milk
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 4 egg whites
- 1 teaspoon of almond extract
The Frosting
- 1 cup Lavender Honey Butter, softened to room temperature
- 1 cup of unsalted butter, softened
- 6 cups powdered sugar
- 5 tablespoons milk
- 2 teaspoon almond extract
- pinch of salt
This makes a ton of icing so you may have extra but trust me, that’s a good thing.
Instructions:
Lavender Honey Butter
- In a bowl, mix the butter, dried lavender, and honey until well combined.
- Ideally, let set in the fridge overnight then allow to soften before using. However, it can be used right away with an extra pinch of lavender. In that case, leave it on the counter until ready to make frosting.
The Cake
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
- Grease your cake pans and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the milk and almond extract and mix.
- Sift in the flour, baking soda, and tartar. Mix until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until fluffy and forming soft peaks. A pinch of tartar can expedite the process.
- Gently fold the egg whites into the batter, taking care not to overmix.
- Pour the batter into the cake pans and spread evenly.
- Bake for about 20- 25 minutes, or until a clean toothpick inserted in the center can be removed without the batter sticking.
- DO NOT let the cake brown. This traditional Lady cake should have a light top with only a few brown spots. The side will be pulling away from the pan and browning slightly, but the top should remain mostly pale.
- Allow the cakes to cool completely before frosting.
By folding in the whipped egg whites, you add air and lightness to your cake, symbolic of the uplifting effects love has on the spirit.
Frosting
- Beat the butter until smooth, by hand or using a mixer on medium speed.
- Gradually mix in the powdered sugar, starting at low speed and gradually increasing to medium for 1-2 minutes.
- Add the milk 2 tablespoons at a time, almond extract, and salt.
- Continue mixing on medium-high speed until everything is well combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Frost your love spell cake with the buttercream frosting, symbolizing the sweet and indulgent nature of love.
Serving the Love Spell Cake
The final step in your Love Spell Cake ceremony is the serving. Present the cake as though it were a ritual offering, with all the reverence and gratitude it deserves.
Your love spell cake is both the invitation and the affirmation of the love you seek, weaving its magick through the simple act of sharing. It is a testament to the ancient power found in the connection between food and the heart, a power that kitchen witches understand and appreciate on a profound level.
Beltane’s celebration of renewal and passion offers the perfect backdrop for crafting a love spell cake that resonates with the deepest desires of the heart. Through the alchemy of lavender and the tender care in which you prepare it, your Love Spell Cake will leave a lingering sweetness in the air, even after Beltane’s fires have dimmed. It’s a testament to the enduring magic of food and the art of intentional cooking. May it bring warmth and love into your life, and may your Beltane be as enchanting as the cake you’ve conjured.
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About the Author
Lacey is a modern witch living by the seasons and the moon. She is dedicated to helping you develop a practice that flows with everyday life. Read more about her here.