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5 from 2 votes

Blueberry Buttermilk Cake

The sweet, juicy burst of blueberries complements a subtle tang of buttermilk in this delightfully moist and tender Blueberry Buttermilk Cake.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 9
Calories: 214kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon finely grated and minced lemon zest
  • cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¾ cup buttermilk room temperature
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • cups fresh blueberries divided
  • 2 tablespoons raw sugar

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Line an 8-inch pan with parchment and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine the sugar and lemon zest. Rub with your fingers to mix together well. Add the flour, salt, and baking soda and whisk to combine.
  • Add the buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla. Whisk well to combine. Fold in 1 cup of blueberries. Pour the batter into the parchment lined pan. Top with the remaining berries and sprinkle with raw sugar.
  • Bake for 40-45 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean or with moist crumbs. Cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Calories: 214kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Cholesterol: 39mg | Sodium: 131mg | Potassium: 84mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 99IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 1mg