This recipe is a delightful combination of sweet blueberries and tangy citrus flavors. The moist and tender cake is perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a brunch or simply craving a sweet treat. With hints of lemon and orange, this cake is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup milk
- 3 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp orange zest
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and citrus zest.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk until just combined.
- Gently fold in the blueberries.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve slices of the blueberry citrus cake and enjoy!
