Ingredients
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
– ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup sour cream or plain yogurt
– 3 large eggs
– 1 tablespoon baking powder
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– ½ teaspoon salt
– Zest of 2 lemons
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– 1 ½ cups fresh blueberries (or frozen, if necessary)
– Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
– Lemon glaze (optional)
Instructions
Making your Lemon Blueberry Cake is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. Prepare the Blueberries: If using fresh blueberries, rinse and dry them thoroughly. Toss with a bit of flour to prevent sinking.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
4. Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
5. Add Eggs: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, making sure to incorporate well after each addition.
6. Add the Yogurt and Lemon: Stir in the sour cream (or yogurt), lemon zest, and lemon juice. Mix until smooth.
7. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing for a tender cake.
8. Fold in Blueberries: Gently fold the floured blueberries into the batter with a spatula. This helps keep them intact.
9. Divide and Pour: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
10. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
11. Cool: Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
12. Prepare Lemon Glaze (Optional): Mix powdered sugar with lemon juice to taste for a simple glaze while the cake cools.
13. Assemble the Cake: Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving platter. Top with lemon glaze or whipped cream, if desired.
14. Top with the Second Layer: Add the second layer on top and finish with more glaze or powdered sugar for a beautiful effect.
Following these steps will enable you to create a delicious Lemon Blueberry Cake that wows everyone at your gathering!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 14g
- Protein: 4g