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Blueberry Chocolate Lavender Dream Cake

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A stunning layered chocolate cake infused with juicy blueberries and delicate lavender, finished with cream cheese frosting and optional chocolate ganache for an elegant and unforgettable dessert.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender
  • 1/2 cup blueberry jam
  • 2 cups cream cheese frosting
  • 1/2 cup chocolate ganache (optional)
  • 1/4 cup fresh blueberries, for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lavender sprigs, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans and line bottoms with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
  3. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar for 3–4 minutes until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with sour cream and milk. Begin and end with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in blueberries and dried lavender.
  7. Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and smooth tops.
  8. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Spread blueberry jam over the first layer, top with cream cheese frosting, then place the second layer on top and frost the entire cake.
  11. Garnish with fresh blueberries, lavender sprigs, and drizzle with chocolate ganache if desired. Slice and serve.

Notes

  • For stronger lavender flavor, steep lavender in warm milk for 10 minutes, then strain before using.
  • Toss blueberries in 1 tablespoon flour to prevent sinking.
  • Store refrigerated for up to 4 days due to cream cheese frosting.
  • Let cake sit at room temperature for 20–30 minutes before serving.
  • Freeze individual slices wrapped tightly for up to 2 months.

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