Description
A delightful cake that combines rich chocolate, fresh blueberries, and a hint of lavender, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 3⁄4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3⁄4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1⁄2 tsp baking powder
- 1 1⁄2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot coffee
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tbsp heavy cream or milk
- 1 tsp lavender extract
- A few drops of purple food coloring (optional)
- 1 1⁄2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp cornstarch dissolved in 2 tbsp water
- Fresh blueberries for garnish
- Edible lavender sprigs or flowers for garnish
- Chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and line three 8-inch cake pans with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together sugar, eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined, then stir in hot coffee.
- Divide the batter among the pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- For the blueberry filling, combine blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat until juices release, then add dissolved cornstarch and cook until thickened. Cool completely.
- For the lavender buttercream, beat softened butter until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar while beating until smooth. Add lavender extract and heavy cream, beating until fluffy. Optionally, add food coloring.
- To assemble the cake, place one chocolate cake layer on a serving plate. Spread blueberry filling and then a thin layer of buttercream. Add the second layer and repeat layers. Top with the final cake layer and frost the entire cake with remaining buttercream. Smooth the frosting.
- Garnish with fresh blueberries, edible lavender, and chocolate shavings. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving. Slice and enjoy!
Notes
Store any leftover cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days. You can also freeze slices tightly wrapped in plastic wrap.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: cake, chocolate, blueberry, dessert, baking, lavender