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Wild Blueberry Upside Down Cake

Megan Weimer
This wild blueberry upside-down cake has a soft, delicate crumb and a glossy, jammy layer of caramelized wild blueberries. Lemon zest and olive oil make the cake bright, moist, and perfect for Summer.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cool Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 10 slices
Calories 314.9 kcal

Equipment

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Ingredients
 
 

  • 156 grams all purpose flour
  • 200 grams granulated sugar
  • 30 grams cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 113 grams olive oil
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 220 grams buttermilk room temperature
  • 226 grams frozen wild blueberries
  • 73 grams light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan parchment paper. If your springform pan tends to leak, wrap the bottom in foil before baking.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and lemon zest until evenly combined.
    156 grams all purpose flour, 200 grams granulated sugar, 30 grams cornstarch, 2 teaspoons baking powder, ½ teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Using a hand mixer, mix in the olive oil on low speed. The mixture should look like damp, clumpy sand.
    113 grams olive oil
  • Mix in the eggs and vanilla extract on low speed until combined. Slowly stream in the buttermilk while mixing until the batter is smooth, glossy, and lump-free. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl with a rubber spatula as needed.
    2 large eggs, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, 220 grams buttermilk
  • In a separate bowl, stir together the frozen wild blueberries, brown sugar, and lemon zest until combined. You can also mix the blueberry topping directly in the prepared springform.
    226 grams frozen wild blueberries, 73 grams light brown sugar, 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Spread the blueberry mixture evenly across the bottom of the prepared pan. Pour the cake batter over the blueberries and gently spread it into an even layer so the berries stay underneath.
  • Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. The moisture from the blueberries can slow down baking, so if the top starts browning too quickly before the center is fully baked, loosely tent the cake with foil for the remaining bake time.
  • Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Run a knife around the edge of the pan, then carefully release and remove the springform ring. Place a wire rack or serving plate over the top of the cake, then quickly and carefully flip it. Lift off the pan base and gently peel away the parchment paper. Let the cake cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • Slice and serve the cake with whipped cream, ice cream, or a dusting of powdered sugar.

Notes

Blueberries: Regular fresh or frozen blueberries work as well. Do not thaw frozen berries. If you use fresh berries, the top of the cake won't be as jammy and it won't take as long to bake.
Storage: Store leftover cake covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. The cake tastes best at room temperature, so let refrigerated slices sit out for 20-30 minutes before serving.
Freezing: Wrap individual slices or the whole cake tightly in plastic wrap and store in an airtight container for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator or at room temperature before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 314.9kcalCarbohydrates: 46.5gProtein: 3.6gFat: 13.2gSaturated Fat: 2.3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8.8gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 35.2mgSodium: 240mgPotassium: 88.3mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30.6gVitamin A: 96.2IUVitamin C: 2.7mgCalcium: 88.1mgIron: 1.2mg
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