Swirled Blackberry Lavender Sheet Cake
Swirled Blackberry Lavender Sheet Cake is a delightful dessert that beautifully combines the sweet tartness of fresh blackberries with the fragrant floral notes of lavender. This fluffy sheet cake, adorned with vibrant purple swirls, is perfect for any occasion, from afternoon teas to birthday celebrations. Serve it at your next garden party and watch your friends marvel at its stunning appearance and irresistible flavor—a taste of summer in every bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup fresh blackberries (mashed)
- 2 tbsp dried culinary lavender
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time followed by vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients alternating with milk until just combined.
- In a separate bowl, lightly mash half the blackberries with lavender; fold into half the batter before swirling back into the remaining batter.
- Pour into prepared dish and bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For variations, substitute blackberries with raspberries or blueberries. Experiment with different types of milk or non-dairy alternatives.