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Lemon Blueberry Cake

A moist and flavorful dessert that perfectly harmonizes the zesty brightness of lemons with the sweet burst of blueberries.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour For the cake base.
  • 1 cups granulated sugar Sweetens the cake.
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened Provides richness and moisture.
  • 2 large eggs Binds the ingredients together.
  • 0.5 cups milk Adds moisture.
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice Adds zest and tang.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest Enhances lemon flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Helps the cake rise.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries Main fruit ingredient.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round baking pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until creamy and light in color.
  4. Add in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Stir in the milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest, mixing until fully combined.
  6. Gradually add in the dry ingredients while stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix!
  7. Gently fold in the fresh blueberries, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Baking
  1. Place in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  2. Once done, allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use fresh, ripe blueberries for the best taste. Don’t skip the lemon zest for intense flavor. If using a different pan size, be mindful of varying baking times. Can substitute milk with almond or oat milk for a dairy-free version. For toppings, whipped cream, a drizzle of lemon glaze, or powdered sugar are great options.