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Lavender Blueberry Tea Cakes

Lavender Blueberry Tea Cakes - A Delightful Homemade Treat

These Lavender Blueberry Tea Cakes blend floral lavender and juicy blueberries, offering a unique twist on desserts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Homemade
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 0.75 cups granulated sugar coconut sugar can be used for a more natural sweetener
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder ensure it’s fresh for maximum lift
  • 1 teaspoon salt sea salt can be used instead of table salt
  • 0.75 cups buttermilk can substitute with milk mixed with vinegar or yogurt
  • 0.33 cups vegetable oil unsweetened applesauce or melted coconut oil can be used for a healthier option
  • 1 large egg a flax egg can be used as a vegan alternative
  • 2 tablespoons dried culinary lavender do not substitute with decorative lavender
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries frozen blueberries can be used but may require adjustments in baking time
  • powdered sugar optional dusting for presentation

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • toothpick

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your muffin tin or line with muffin liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together 1.5 cups of flour, 0.75 cups of sugar, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix 0.75 cups of buttermilk, 0.33 cups of vegetable oil, and 1 egg until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in 2 tablespoons of dried lavender and 1 cup of blueberries.
  6. Fill the muffin tin compartments about two-thirds full with the batter.
  7. Bake for 18–20 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Allow to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  9. Dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Choose culinary lavender for cooking. Don’t overmix the batter for fluffy cakes. Watch the baking time closely.

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