Homemade Blueberry Cake: Summer’s Perfect Fresh Fruit Dessert

Easy Blueberry Cake: A Summery Dessert Delight

Enjoy a slice of this moist blueberry cake, bursting with fresh blueberries and topped with a sweet sugar glaze in every bite.

Ingredients for Your Blueberry Cake

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 cups fresh blueberries
• 2 tbsp coarse sugar (for sprinkling)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Using an electric mixer, beat the softened butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until combined.
5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir until just blended.
6. Gently fold in the fresh blueberries, ensuring they’re evenly distributed.
7. Spread the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
8. Sprinkle coarse sugar over the batter for a delightful crunch and shimmer.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
10. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing into squares.

Pro Tips & Tricks

• Use fresh, ripe blueberries for the best flavor and color.
• Lightly toss berries in flour before folding to prevent them from sinking.
• For a tender crumb, avoid overmixing once liquids hit the dry ingredients.
• Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Storytime: Last summer, my kids and I picked a bucket of berries at our local farm. The sweet reward of biting into this soft, fruit-filled cake instantly reminded me of sun-drenched afternoons and homemade memories.

Whip up this easy blueberry cake for a scrumptious dessert that captures the essence of summer in every slice.

Recipe courtesy of Allrecipes