Description
A delightful blend of buttery cake and juicy blackberries, infused with the rich flavor of vanilla, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 cups fresh blackberries
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- 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, and a pinch of salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, incorporating each fully before adding the next, along with the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk.
- Gently fold in the blackberries, being careful not to overmix.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
For a decadent twist, frost with whipped cream or vanilla buttercream. Great for meal prep as it stays moist for several days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: cake, dessert, blackberry, vanilla, baking, family recipes