Blueberry Pudding Cake is a delightful dessert that combines a warm, cake-like top with a luscious, pudding-like bottom. The blueberries provide a burst of flavor, making it a perfect treat for any occasion! Here’s a simple recipe to make it at home:
Blueberry Pudding Cake
Ingredients:
- 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar, divided
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9-inch round or square baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
2. Prepare the blueberries:
- In a medium bowl, combine the blueberries, 1/2 cup of sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Toss to coat evenly, then set aside.
3. Make the batter:
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, remaining 1/2 cup of sugar, baking powder, salt, and optional cinnamon.
- Add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Stir until combined, but don’t overmix. The batter should be thick.
4. Assemble the cake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish. Don’t worry if it seems a bit thick—it will spread out as it bakes.
- Spoon the blueberry mixture evenly on top of the batter. Don’t stir it in—the blueberries will sink during baking, creating the “pudding” effect.
5. Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set. The cake will be puffed on top with a pudding-like sauce at the bottom.
6. Serve:
- Let the cake cool slightly before serving. Dust with powdered sugar, if desired, and serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra indulgent treat!
This Blueberry Pudding Cake is warm, comforting, and full of fruity flavor. It’s a perfect dessert for any time of the year, but especially in the summer when blueberries are in season. Enjoy! 🍇🍰
