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Juicy Blueberry Upside Down Cake

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This juicy blueberry upside down cake features a syrupy layer of baked blueberries on top of a soft, moist vanilla cake. Easy to make and stunning to serve, it’s perfect for any occasion.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 8–10 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted (for the topping)
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk or buttermilk
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened (for the cake)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round or springform cake pan.
  2. Pour melted butter into the bottom of the pan and sprinkle evenly with brown sugar.
  3. Scatter blueberries over the butter and sugar mixture to create the topping layer.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. In another bowl, beat granulated sugar and softened butter until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well.
  6. Mix in milk or buttermilk, vanilla extract, and lemon zest if using.
  7. Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  8. Pour the batter evenly over the blueberries in the pan and smooth the top.
  9. Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  10. Cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then carefully flip onto a serving plate.
  11. Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with whipped cream or ice cream.

Notes

  • Frozen blueberries work well—no need to thaw.
  • Grease pan thoroughly and consider lining with parchment for easier flipping.
  • Add raspberries or blackberries for a mixed berry version.
  • Include a dash of cinnamon in the batter for a cozy twist.
  • For extra lemon flavor, mix lemon juice with the blueberries before baking.

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