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Lemon Blueberry Pound Cake

Lemon blueberry pound cake with tender crumb and juicy berries close up

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This Lemon Blueberry Pound Cake is a perfect blend of a casual coffee cake and a celebratory treat. It features a fine, tender crumb from the creaming method, studded with juicy blueberries and brightened with fresh lemon zest. Ideal for a standout summer dessert or a cozy bake to brighten any day.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup plain full-fat Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • Zest of 2 large lemons
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries
  • 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2-3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Generously grease and flour a 10-cup Bundt pan.
  2. Cream butter and sugar on medium-high speed for 3-4 minutes until pale and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in vanilla, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
  4. Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
  5. With mixer on low, add dry ingredients in three parts, alternating with yogurt in two parts, mixing just until combined.
  6. Toss blueberries with 1 tablespoon flour, then gently fold into batter.
  7. Spoon batter into prepared pan and smooth top. Bake 60-70 minutes until a skewer comes out clean.
  8. Cool in pan on a wire rack for 25 minutes, then invert onto rack to cool completely.
  9. Whisk glaze ingredients until smooth. Drizzle over cooled cake and let set 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For frozen blueberries, toss in 1 tablespoon flour before folding in to prevent sinking. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best texture. Do not slice cake until completely cooled to prevent crumbling.

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