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Lavender Blueberry Tea Cakes Recipe

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These delightful Lavender Blueberry Tea Cakes are soft, moist, and infused with the delicate flavor of culinary lavender and fresh blueberries. Perfect for afternoon tea or a light dessert, they combine floral notes with sweet bursts of fruit, creating a unique and charming treat.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg

Flavor Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon dried culinary lavender
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries

Finishing Touch

  • Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin or line it with paper liners to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until they are well combined and evenly distributed.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the buttermilk, vegetable oil, and one large egg until the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir gently. Be careful not to overmix; it’s okay if the batter is a little lumpy as this ensures tender cakes.
  5. Add Flavorings: Gently fold in the dried culinary lavender and fresh blueberries, making sure they are evenly distributed throughout the batter without crushing the berries.
  6. Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin compartments, filling each about two-thirds full to allow room for the cakes to rise.
  7. Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cake comes out clean.
  8. Cool and Serve: Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

  • Use culinary-grade dried lavender to ensure safety and a pleasant flavor.
  • Fresh blueberries yield the best texture and flavor, but if using frozen, do not thaw to avoid bleeding into the batter.
  • Do not overmix the batter as it will make the cakes dense.
  • Powdered sugar dusting adds a lovely finishing touch but can be omitted for a less sweet option.
  • These tea cakes are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored airtight at room temperature for up to 2 days or frozen for up to 1 month.

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