Blueberry Chocolate Lavadender Dream Cake

Blueberry Chocolate Lavadender Dream Cake

This delightful cake combines the rich flavors of chocolate with the delicate taste of blueberries and lavender. It's perfect for special occasions or whenever you want a unique and delicious dessert.

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 cocoa powder
• 1 cup fresh blueberries
• 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender
• 1/2 cup blueberry jam
• 2 cups cream cheese frosting
• Fresh blueberries and lavender sprigs for garnish
• Chocolate ganache (optional, for drizzling)

Directions:

Preheat Oven:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans, then line the bottoms with parchment paper.

Mix Dry Ingredients:

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Cream Butter and Sugar:

In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.

Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures:

Gradually add the dry mixture to the creamed butter and sugar, alternating with the sour cream and milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

Fold in the cocoa powder until well incorporated.

Add Blueberries:

Gently fold in the fresh blueberries.

Bake the Cakes:

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Prepare the Lavender-Infused Frosting:

Mix 1 tablespoon of dried culinary lavender into the cream cheese frosting. Let it sit for at least 10 minutes to infuse the flavor.

Assemble the Cake:

Once the cakes are completely cool, level them if necessary. Place one cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand.

Spread a thin layer of blueberry jam over the top of the cake layer. Spread a layer of lavender-infused cream cheese frosting over the jam.

Place the second cake layer on top. Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining cream cheese frosting.

Garnish:

Garnish the cake with fresh blueberries and lavender sprigs. If desired, drizzle with chocolate ganache for an extra touch of decadence.

Additional Information:

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour

Servings: 12

Enjoy this unique and delicious Blueberry Chocolate Lavadender Dream Cake at your next special occasion!