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Lemon Blueberry Cake

A moist and flavorful cake bursting with fresh blueberries and a hint of lemon, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Cake Batter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries washed and dried
Lemon Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Method
 

Prepare the Cake
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the sugar and softened butter until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the buttermilk, lemon zest, and lemon juice until combined.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  7. Fold in the blueberries gently to avoid breaking them.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
  9. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Prepare the Glaze
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
  2. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh blueberries. You can also add a pinch of salt to the glaze for extra flavor.

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