Fruited Blueberry Nut Cake
Bursting with vibrant flavors and textures, this Fruited Blueberry Nut Cake is a delightful fusion of fresh blueberries, tangy dried cranberries, and crunchy walnuts or pecans. Perfectly balanced with a tender, buttery crumb, this easy-to-make dessert is ideal for casual gatherings, afternoon tea, or a special brunch treat. The cake's versatility comes alive with its blend of wholesome fruits and nuts, while a light dusting of powdered sugar adds a touch of elegance. Ready in under an hour, this moist and flavorful treat is the perfect way to showcase seasonal blueberries and upgrade your classic cake repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter
- 0.75 cups granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.5 cups milk
- 1.5 cups fresh blueberries
- 0.5 cups dried cranberries
- 0.5 cups chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease or line an 8-inch round or square baking pan with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time to the butter mixture, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Gently fold in the fresh blueberries, dried cranberries, and chopped nuts, being careful not to overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 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 it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar (if desired) before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
422 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.6 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.7 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 80 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 284 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.0 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.5 g | ||
| Protein | 6.6 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 39 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 124 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
