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Blueberry Chocolate Lavender Dream Cake Recipe

Blueberry Chocolate Lavender Dream Cake Recipe
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A decadent and aromatic Blueberry Chocolate Lavender Dream Cake featuring moist cocoa layers studded with fresh blueberries, infused with dried culinary lavender, and frosted with luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfectly balanced with a hint of floral notes and optional chocolate ganache drizzle, this cake is an elegant dessert for any special occasion or a delightful treat for blueberry and chocolate lovers.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 tbsp dried culinary lavender

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup whole milk

Add-ins and Toppings

  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1/2 cup blueberry jam
  • 2 cups cream cheese frosting
  • Fresh blueberries & lavender sprigs for garnish
  • Chocolate ganache (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Oven and Pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 8-inch round cake pans thoroughly to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cocoa powder, and dried culinary lavender until evenly combined.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy. This process helps incorporate air for a tender cake.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time to the creamed butter and sugar, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry: Alternately add the dry ingredient mixture and the combined sour cream and whole milk to the batter. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix gently until just combined to avoid overworking the batter.
  6. Fold in Blueberries: Carefully fold in the fresh blueberries to the batter, making sure they are evenly distributed without crushing them.
  7. Bake the Cakes: Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool the Cakes: Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in their pans for about 10 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
  9. Frost the Cake: Spread cream cheese frosting evenly over one cake layer. Place the second layer on top and cover the entire cake with the remaining frosting, optionally infusing it with a bit of lavender for extra aroma.
  10. Garnish and Finish: Decorate the top of the cake with additional fresh blueberries and lavender sprigs. Optionally drizzle with chocolate ganache for added decadence.
  11. Slice and Serve: Allow the cake to set for a short time, then slice, serve, and enjoy your blueberry chocolate lavender dream cake!

Notes

  • Use fresh blueberries for the best flavor and texture; frozen blueberries can make the batter watery.
  • Be careful not to overmix the batter to keep the cake light and tender.
  • For the lavender infusion in frosting, steep dried culinary lavender in warm cream cheese frosting briefly then strain out before spreading.
  • Chocolate ganache is optional but adds a rich contrast to the fruity and floral flavors.
  • Ensure the cakes are completely cooled before frosting to prevent melting.

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