Blueberry Cake

Why This Recipe Works:

Blueberry Cake is a delightful dessert that bursts with fresh blueberry flavor. The light, fluffy cake, complemented by the tangy sweetness of the blueberries, creates a perfect balance. The addition of lemon zest enhances the overall flavor, making it a refreshing treat.

Ingredients:

Cake:

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 2 cups fresh blueberries, tossed in 1 tablespoon flour

Lemon Glaze (optional):

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2-3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Garnish:

• Fresh blueberries
• Lemon zest

Directions:

Preheat the Oven:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or a 9×13-inch baking dish.

Mix Dry Ingredients:

1. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Mix Wet Ingredients:

1. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
2. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
3. Mix in the vanilla extract and lemon zest.

Combine Ingredients:

1. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
2. Gently fold in the flour-tossed blueberries.

Bake the Cake:

1. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
2. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
3. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Prepare the Lemon Glaze (optional):

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
2. Adjust the consistency by adding more powdered sugar or lemon juice as needed.

Glaze and Garnish:

1. Once the cake is completely cool, drizzle the lemon glaze over the top.
2. Garnish with fresh blueberries and a sprinkle of lemon zest.

Notes:

• Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.