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Irresistible Lemon Blueberry Pound Cakes

Lemon Blueberry Pound Cake


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  • Author: Chef Tima
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 10-12 slices
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

This Lemon Blueberry Pound Cake is a delightful blend of tangy lemon and sweet, juicy blueberries, perfect for any occasion. The moist and buttery texture, combined with a bright lemon glaze, makes every bite irresistible. It’s easy to make and great for brunch, dessert, or even a quick snack. Packed with flavor and simple ingredients, this recipe will quickly become a family favorite. πŸ‹πŸ’™


Ingredients

  • All-purpose flour: 2 Β½ cups (310g)
  • Baking powder: 1 tsp
  • Salt: Β½ tsp
  • Unsalted butter: 1 cup (226g), softened
  • Granulated sugar: 1 ΒΎ cups (350g)
  • Eggs: 4 large
  • Lemon zest: 2 tbsp
  • Lemon juice: ΒΌ cup (60ml)
  • Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
  • Fresh blueberries: 1 Β½ cups (225g)
  • Buttermilk: Β½ cup (120ml)
  • Powdered sugar (for glaze): 1 cup (120g)
  • Milk (for glaze): 2 tbsp

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter and sugar with a mixer until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
  4. Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is incorporated. Then mix in lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry mixture.
  6. Fold in Blueberries: Toss blueberries with a teaspoon of flour and gently fold them into the batter.
  7. Pour and Bake: Pour batter into the greased loaf pan. Smooth the top and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool the Cake: Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Lemon Glaze:

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and milk until smooth.
  2. Drizzle over the cooled cake and let it set for 10-15 minutes before slicing.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for best results.
  • Coat blueberries with flour to prevent them from sinking.
  • Let the cake cool completely before adding the glaze.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 310 kcal
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg