Description
Indulge in the refreshing delight of Blueberry Shortcake Cake, a perfect summer dessert that combines layers of fluffy vanilla cake, rich blueberry sauce, and airy whipped cream. This easy-to-make treat not only tantalizes your taste buds but also brightens up any gathering with its vibrant colors and irresistible flavors. The balance of sweetness from fresh blueberries and creamy layers creates a light yet decadent experience everyone will love. Serve it at picnics, family gatherings, or simply enjoy it as a delightful everyday dessert.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk (room temperature)
- 2 cups blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for sauce)
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 2 Tbsp cornstarch (mixed with 2 Tbsp cold water)
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream (cold)
- 3 Tbsp granulated sugar (for whipped cream)
- 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries (for topping)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease baking pans.
- 2. Mix flour, baking powder, and salt in one bowl; in another, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla. Alternate mixing in flour mixture and buttermilk until combined.
- 3. Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
- 4. For blueberry sauce, simmer blueberries with water, sugar, and lemon juice for 10 minutes; thicken with cornstarch mixture.
- 5. Whip cold heavy cream with sugar until stiff peaks form.
- 6. Assemble by layering cake, blueberry sauce, and whipped cream until all ingredients are used.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg