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German Blueberry Cake

Delicious German Blueberry Cake - Easy Recipe You’ll Love

This easy German Blueberry Cake is rich in flavor and perfect for any occasion, inviting everyone to share warm moments with loved ones.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: German
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 1 cup Butter softened; substitute with vegan butter for a dairy-free option
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar or brown sugar for enhanced flavor
  • 3 large Eggs or flax egg as a vegan alternative
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour gluten-free flour can be used for gluten-free version
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder ensure it is fresh for best results
  • 1 teaspoon Salt balances sweetness and enhances flavors
For the Blueberry Filling
  • 2 cups Fresh Blueberries or frozen if fresh are not available
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest optional but recommended for added freshness
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon adds warmth and spice; can be omitted

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Hand mixer
  • spatula
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your ingredients and equipment.
  2. Lightly grease the sides and bottom of the springform pan with butter or cooking spray.
  3. Cream together softened butter and granulated sugar in a mixing bowl using a hand mixer on medium speed for about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Fold in lemon zest if using.
  5. Whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon in a separate bowl.
  6. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
  7. Gently fold in the fresh blueberries using a spatula.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared springform pan and level the top with a spatula.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes or until golden on top and a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Cool the cake in the pan for about 10 minutes, then release it onto a wire rack or serving plate.
  11. Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This recipe is beginner-friendly and can be easily adapted to be vegan or gluten-free.

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