Blackberry Lemon Drip Cake

A delightful combination of sweet blackberries and zesty lemon that creates a moist and vibrant layered cake, perfect for any celebration.

Prep Time30

Cook Time30

Total Time1

Course: Baking, Dessert

Cuisine: American, Classic

Keyword: Blackberry Cake, Fruit Cake, Layer Cake, Lemon Cake, Summer Desserts

Servings: 8 servings

Calories: 320kcal

Ingredients

Cake Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour Provides a tender crumb.
1.5 teaspoons baking powder Leavening agent for light texture.
0.5 teaspoons baking soda Adds fluffiness.
0.5 teaspoons salt Enhances sweetness.
0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened Adds richness.
1 cup granulated sugar Sweet backbone of the recipe.
2 large eggs Provides structure and moisture.
1 teaspoon vanilla extract Elevates flavor.
1 cup buttermilk Lends moisture and flavor depth.
1 zest lemon Adds citrus aroma.
1 cup fresh blackberries Adds flavor and color.

Glaze Ingredients

1 cup powdered sugar Brings sweetness to the glaze.
2-3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Gives glaze a refreshing zing.

Decorations

to taste fresh blackberries For decoration.
to taste lemon slices For decoration.
to taste edible flowers For visual appeal.

Instructions

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk. Gently fold in lemon zest and blackberries.

Baking

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Assembly and Decoration

Whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice to prepare the glaze.
Place one cake layer on a serving plate, drizzle with lemon glaze, and stack the second layer on top. Drizzle more glaze over the second layer.
Decorate with additional fresh blackberries, lemon slices, and edible flowers.

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting. Check for doneness using a toothpick to prevent overdrying the cake. Variations include using whole wheat flour or other fresh fruits.