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A close-up of a slice of blueberry cake, heavily dusted with powdered sugar, on a white plate with fresh blueberries.
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The Best Ever Easy Blueberry Cake Recipe

This delicious and easy blueberry cake features a tender crumb, bursting with fresh blueberries and a hint of lemon, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time50 minutes
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Author: The Bright Food

Equipment

  • Oven Rack
  • 8-inch Springform Pan
  • Medium Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Spatula
  • Thin Knife
  • Platter

Ingredients

Cake Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter 4 oz, 113 g, 1 stick, softened
  • 1 cup all purpose flour 130 g
  • 1 teaspoon all purpose flour plus more for prepping cake pan
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt omit if using salted butter
  • 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 3/4 cup sugar 160 g
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest optional
  • 2 cups blueberries 325 g, rinsed and drained (if using frozen blueberries, thaw and drain first)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

Preparation

  • Lightly butter and flour an 8-inch springform pan, and position a rack in the oven's center.
  • In a medium bowl, vigorously whisk together 1 cup of flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon; set aside.
  • Using an electric mixer, beat softened butter for 2 minutes, then add sugar and beat until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla extract, then add eggs one at a time until blended, scraping the bowl. Beat in lemon zest if using. Reduce mixer speed to low and slowly add the flour mixture until smooth and thick.
  • Transfer the thick batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  • In a bowl, combine blueberries with the remaining teaspoon of flour and lemon juice, then spoon this mixture evenly over the cake batter.
  • Bake at 350°F for 45-55 minutes, or until a tester comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then carefully loosen and remove from the pan.
  • Transfer the cooled cake to a platter, berry side up, and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

Ensure butter is softened for best mixing results. If using frozen blueberries, remember to thaw and drain them thoroughly to prevent a watery cake. A tester inserted into the center of the cake should come out clean when done.