Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
9 tbsp

butter

diced, at room temperature

2 tbsp

butter

melted

0.75 cup

sugar

2 tsp

sugar

2 unit

eggs

large

1 tsp

vanilla extract

0.5 cup

self-rising flour

0.5 cup

all-purpose flour

0.75 cup

light sour cream

2 tbsp

light sour cream

1 unit

lemon

zest finely grated

0.5 cup

frozen blueberries

thawed

0.67 cup

chopped walnuts

chopped

0.5 tsp

ground cinnamon

1 tbsp

sugar

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~4 min

Grease and line an 8-inch cake pan.

Step 3
~4 min

In a large bowl, cream softened butter and sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.

Step 4
~4 min

Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Step 5
~4 min

Beat in vanilla extract.

Step 6
~4 min

Sift flours together.

Step 7
~4 min

Fold flour mixture into the creamed mixture alternately with sour cream and lemon zest until well combined.

Step 8
~4 min

Fold in thawed blueberries and chopped walnuts.

Step 9
~4 min

Spread batter into prepared cake pan.

Step 10
~4 min

Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 11
~4 min

Cool cake in pan for 5 minutes before turning out onto a wire rack.

Step 12
~4 min

Brush the top of the cake with melted butter.

Step 13
~4 min

Sprinkle cinnamon sugar over the buttered top while hot.

Step 14
~4 min

Cool completely before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use room temperature butter for easier creaming.

Don't overmix the batter to prevent a tough cake.

Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing for cleaner cuts.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 mins

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Pairs well with tea or coffee.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Lemon curd
Whipped cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United Kingdom

Cultural Significance

Traditional teatime treat

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Afternoon Tea
Birthday Parties

Occasion Tags

Afternoon Tea
Birthday
Brunch

Popularity Score

75/100

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