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Why is my lemon blueberry cake so dense?

If you’ve baked a lemon blueberry cake and found it too dense, you’re not alone. Achieving a light, fluffy texture can be tricky when adding ingredients like fruit and citrus. Several factors, such as overmixing, incorrect measurements, and excess moisture, can result in a denser cake than desired. In this guide, we’ll cover the most common causes and solutions to help you perfect your lemon blueberry cake.

  • Total Time: 26 minute
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 ½ cups cake flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • Zest of 2 lemons
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • ½ cup buttermilk
  • 1 ½ cups fresh blueberries (tossed in 1 tbsp flour)

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
  • Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
  • Add eggs and lemon zest: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the lemon zest and lemon juice.
  • Alternate dry ingredients and buttermilk: Gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, mixing just until combined.
  • Fold in blueberries: Gently fold in the flour-coated blueberries.
  • Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Cool and serve: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Making the perfect lemon blueberry cake requires precision and attention to detail. From using the right ingredients to proper mixing techniques, avoiding a dense cake is achievable with the right steps. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just starting out, following these tips will help you achieve a light, fluffy cake every time.

  • Author: Lyli Mildiva
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

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