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Lemon Blueberry Pound Cake

Lemon Blueberry Pound Cake

Bursting with juicy blueberries and bright lemon flavor, this Lemon Blueberry Pound Cake is the perfect brunch treat or sweet pick-me-up any time of day.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 10 slices
Calories 323 kcal

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch metal loaf pan
  • Electric Mixer
  • whisk
  • spatula

Ingredients
  

For the Cake

  • 0.5 cups milk
  • 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest packed
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2.01 cups all-purpose flour spooned into measuring cup and leveled-off
  • 0.25 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup blueberries if using frozen blueberries, do not defrost
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter softened
  • 1.25 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs

For the Glaze

  • 0.75 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 0.25 teaspoon lemon zest packed
  • 1.5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F and set an oven rack in the middle position. Spray a 9x5-inch metal loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray. Line the bottom of the pan with parchment paper, then spray the pan again.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the milk, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Let sit for at least 10 minutes while you proceed with the recipe.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the 2 cups flour, baking soda, and salt. In a small bowl, toss the blueberries with the remaining teaspoon of flour. Set both aside.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the butter and sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, 2 to 3 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the bowl, then beat in the eggs one at a time.
  • With the mixer on low speed, beat in a third of the flour mixture, then half of the milk mixture. Beat in another third of the flour mixture, then the remaining milk mixture, followed by the remaining flour mixture, scraping the bowl as necessary.
  • Add the flour-dusted blueberries to the batter and, using a spatula, fold until evenly combined.
  • Transfer the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  • Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, until the cake is golden brown and a tester comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then turn out onto a rack to cool completely.
  • When the cake is cool, transfer it to a serving platter.
  • Make the glaze: In a small bowl, mix together the confectioners' sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Add more confectioners' sugar or lemon juice as necessary to make a thick but pourable glaze.
  • Spoon the glaze over the top of the cake, letting it drip down the sides. Let the glaze set for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.
  • Slice with a serrated knife. The cake will keep on the countertop for up to 3 days.
  • The cake can be frozen (without the glaze) for up to 3 months.

Notes

You'll need 2 large lemons for the entire recipe. Be sure to zest them before you juice them.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 323kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 26mgSodium: 97mgFiber: 1gSugar: 36g
Keyword blueberries, Brunch, cake, dessert, Lemon, Lemon Blueberry Pound Cake
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