Lemon Blueberry Cake (Print Version)

Moist, tangy cake loaded with fresh blueberries and bright lemon flavor, topped with a sweet citrus glaze.

# What You Need:

→ Cake Components

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
06 - 1 cup granulated sugar
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1/2 cup plain yogurt or sour cream
09 - 1/2 cup whole milk
10 - 2 tablespoons lemon zest from about 2 lemons
11 - 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
12 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
13 - 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries plus 1 tablespoon flour for coating

→ Lemon Glaze

14 - 1 cup powdered sugar
15 - 2-3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

# How-To:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line with parchment paper.
02 - Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
03 - Beat butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy, approximately 3 minutes.
04 - Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in yogurt or sour cream, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
05 - Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, alternating with milk, beginning and ending with flour. Mix until just combined.
06 - Toss blueberries with 1 tablespoon flour, then gently fold into batter.
07 - Transfer batter to prepared pan and smooth top evenly.
08 - Bake for 38-42 minutes until a toothpick inserted in center emerges clean.
09 - Let cake rest in pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
10 - Combine powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Drizzle over cooled cake.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The tart brightness of fresh lemon cuts through the sweetness just right
  • Blueberries stay plump and juicy instead of sinking to the bottom
  • The texture is incredibly moist without being heavy or dense
02 -
  • Room temperature ingredients blend together much better than cold ones
  • Overmixing the batter will make your cake tough instead of tender
  • The toothpick test is the only way to know for sure when it's done
03 -
  • Greek yogurt adds even more moisture and a slight tang
  • Frozen blueberries work in a pinch but don't thaw them first

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