Lemon Cakes with Basil Lemon Syrup Recipe | Epicurious.com
INGREDIENTS
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1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, softened, plus 1 1/2 tablespoons, melted
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3/4 cup matzo cake flour plus additional for dusting
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2/3 cup plus 1/4 cup sugar
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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3 large eggs, separated, at room temperature for 30 minutes
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2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
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1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
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1 1/4 cups sugar
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1 1/2 cups water
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1 (4- by 1-inch) strip fresh lemon zest
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1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
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8 large fresh basil sprigs
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1 cup chilled heavy cream
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Garnish: small fresh basil leaves
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