Blackberry Lemon Drip Cake
A delightful balance of sweet and tart, this Blackberry Lemon Drip Cake features luscious blackberries and zesty lemon for a truly impressive dessert.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Provides the base for the cake.
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder Ensures the cake rises perfectly.
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda Adds lift and balances acidity.
- 0.5 teaspoons salt Enhances the cake's flavors.
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened Adds moisture and richness.
- 1 cups granulated sugar Sweetens and helps create a crust.
- 2 large eggs Binds the ingredients and adds moisture.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Compliments the fruitiness.
- 1 cups buttermilk Ensures a moist cake.
- Zest of 1 lemon Infuses citrus notes.
- 1 cups fresh blackberries Adds sweetness and color.
Glaze Ingredients
- 1 cups powdered sugar Forms the basis of the glaze.
- 2-3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Injects zesty flavor.
Decoration Ingredients
- Fresh blackberries for decoration Adds elegance to the cake.
- Lemon slices for decoration Enhances visuals and flavor.
- Edible flowers for decoration Whimsical touch for beauty.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes). Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
- Gradually add the flour mixture alternately with buttermilk, mixing until just combined. Fold in lemon zest and blackberries gently.
- Divide the batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Glazing and Decorating
- Prepare the lemon glaze by whisking together powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
- Once cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Drizzle with lemon glaze, add second layer, and drizzle more glaze over the top.
- Decorate with fresh blackberries, lemon slices, and edible flowers.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for better blending. Be gentle when folding in blackberries to maintain their shape. Let cakes cool completely before decorating for stability.