Description
This Blueberry Chocolate Lavender Dream Cake combines the richness of chocolate with the floral elegance of lavender and the burst of fresh blueberries. Layered with a silky lavender-infused chocolate cream cheese frosting, it’s a stunning dessert that’s perfect for special occasions or when you want something truly unique.
Ingredients
Cake:
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup cocoa powder
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1 tsp baking powder
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1/2 tsp baking soda
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1/4 tsp salt
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1/2 cup sour cream
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1/2 cup milk
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1/2 cup fresh blueberries
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1 tsp dried lavender buds
Lavender Chocolate Frosting:
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
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2 cups powdered sugar
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1/2 cup cocoa powder
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1/2 tsp vanilla extract
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1 tsp dried lavender buds (infused in 2 tbsp warm milk)
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1 tbsp heavy cream
Instructions
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Prep Cake:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
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In a medium bowl, whisk flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla.
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Alternate adding the dry ingredients with sour cream and milk, mixing until just combined.
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Fold in blueberries and lavender buds.
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Divide batter between pans and bake 25–30 minutes. Cool completely.
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Make Frosting:
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Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla, and beat until creamy.
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Infuse lavender buds in warm milk for 10 minutes, strain, and add infused milk with heavy cream to the frosting.
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Beat until fluffy and smooth.
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Assemble Cake:
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Stack cooled cakes with a layer of frosting between them. Frost the top and sides evenly.
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Notes
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Strain lavender buds from milk for a smoother frosting texture.
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Add a few blueberries on top as garnish for extra visual appeal.
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Store in the refrigerator, but serve at room temperature for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
