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Mini Lavender Blueberry Cakes

Mini Lavender Blueberry Cakes
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Indulge in the delightful experience of Mini Lavender Blueberry Cakes, where floral and fruity flavors come together in a charming dessert. These petite cakes feature a soft vanilla sponge layered with luscious blueberry compote, all drizzled with a delicate lavender glaze. Perfect for tea parties, brunches, or as a whimsical treat at any gathering, these mini cakes are not only stunning but also simple to make, making them an ideal choice for both novice and experienced bakers alike. With their vibrant colors and enchanting aroma, they are sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 1/2 tsp culinary lavender (steeped in warm milk, then strained)
  • Purple gel food coloring (optional)
  • Fresh blueberries (for garnishing)
  • Mint leaves (for garnishing)
  • Dried lavender buds (for garnishing)
  • Violet sprinkles (for garnishing)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet pan with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in one bowl. In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one by one, followed by vanilla extract.
  3. Gradually mix the dry ingredients with the creamed mixture while alternating with milk until smooth.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20–25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow cooling completely.
  5. For the blueberry filling, combine blueberries, sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened; let cool.
  6. Cut cooled cake into rounds or hearts and layer with blueberry filling to create mini cake sandwiches.
  7. For the glaze, mix powdered sugar with lavender-infused milk until smooth; drizzle over mini cakes and garnish as desired.

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