Blackberry Vanilla Cake Recipe

This Blackberry Vanilla Cake is a delightful dessert that combines the sweet and tart flavors of fresh blackberries with a rich vanilla cake base. Perfect for celebrations or a sweet treat, this cake is sure to impress your guests.

The recipe is straightforward and utilizes simple ingredients, making it an accessible choice for bakers of all levels. You can serve it as a standalone dessert or pair it with a chicken recipe for a complete meal experience.

Delicious Blackberry Vanilla Cake

This cake features a moist vanilla sponge layered with a blackberry compote, topped with a light vanilla frosting. The preparation time is about 20 minutes, and the total baking time is approximately 30 minutes, serving 8 people.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
1/2 cup milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup fresh blackberries
1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
2 tablespoons milk (for frosting)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk and vanilla extract. Mix until just combined.
Fold in Blackberries: Gently fold in the fresh blackberries, being careful not to break them.
Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool and Frost: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack. Once cooled, prepare the frosting by mixing powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Spread the frosting over the top of the cake.