The Lemon Blueberry Sunshine Cake Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
- 1 cup blueberries
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat and Prepare the Pan
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch (23cm) round cake pan and set it aside.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Set this mixture aside for now.
Step 3: Prepare the Wet Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the butter until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the lemon juice and zest.
Step 4: Combine the Mixtures
Gradually add the dry ingredients mixture to the wet ingredients, beating until just combined. Do not overmix.
Step 5: Fold in the Blueberries
Gently fold in the blueberries.
Step 6: Pour into the Prepared Pan
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth out the top.
Step 7: Bake
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let it cool completely on a wire rack.
Serve
This lemon blueberry sunshine cake is perfect served with a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of powdered sugar. Enjoy!