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Nova Scotia Blueberry Cream Cake

A soft and comforting cake infused with the flavors of fresh blueberries, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Canadian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups fresh blueberries Use fresh blueberries for best results.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Bring to room temperature before using.
  • 2 large eggs Bring to room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup heavy cream For frosting.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and grease a 9-inch cake pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
  4. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually mix into the creamed mixture.
  6. Fold in the blueberries gently.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
Baking
  1. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  2. Let the cake cool completely before frosting with whipped cream.

Notes

For serving, slice the cake with a thin, clean knife and serve each slice with lightly whipped cream and fresh blueberries. If frosted with whipped cream, keep refrigerated and consume within 2 days. For longer storage without frosting, keep at room temperature for 1–2 days or refrigerated for up to 4 days.