In another bowl sift the dry ingredients. Add half of the dry ingredients and half of the milk to the main mixing bowl and mix just until the flour is moist. Add the remaining dry ingredients and milk, mix at low speed.
Scrape down the sides of bowl and ensure it’s well mixed.
Pour batter into prepared pan and sprinkle 1/2 cup of berries on top, ensuring they are evenly distributed—Bake at 350 F until a tooth pick comes out clean. Approximately 40-45 minutes.
Remove from oven and place pan on cooling rack for 5 minutes. Loosen the edges and center with a knife or small spatula. Invert onto a cooling rack and remove the pan. Cool completely.
Dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar. Transfer to serving plate. Fill the center of the cake with remaining fresh berries.
If desired, garnish with additional berries and lavender.