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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.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 15 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
  • small bowls
  • spatula

Ingredients
  

For the Cake

  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest packed
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour spooned into measuring cup and leveled-off with a knife
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup blueberries do not defrost if using frozen
  • 1 stick unsalted butter softened
  • cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs

For the Glaze

  • ¾ cup confectioners' sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon lemon zest packed
  • tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • 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.
  • 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, cream the butter and sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes. Scrape down the sides, beat in the eggs one at a time, and scrape down the sides again. Beat in a third of the flour mixture and half of the milk mixture, and repeat until combined.
  • Add the flour-dusted blueberries to the batter and fold until evenly combined.
  • Transfer the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  • Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, until golden brown and a tester comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn onto a rack to cool completely.
  • When cool, transfer the cake to a serving platter.
  • Make the glaze: Mix the confectioners' sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice in a small bowl. Adjust consistency if necessary. Spoon over the cake.
  • Let the glaze set for 10 to 15 minutes before serving. Slice with a serrated knife.
  • The cake can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight before serving.

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 blueberry, brunch, cake, dessert, lemon, Pound Cake
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