Description
This Lemon Blueberry Cake balances bright, zesty notes of citrus with the sweet juice of fresh blueberries while nourishing the body. Featuring wholesome ingredients, it provides sustained energy and a vibrant pop of color from antioxidant-rich fruit. A simple act of self-care that fills your kitchen with an uplifting aroma.
Ingredients
2.5 cups Almond Flour
1.5 cups Fresh Blueberries
2 large Organic Lemons (Zest and Juice)
3 large Pasture-Raised Eggs
1/2 cup Pure Maple Syrup
1/2 cup Full-Fat Greek Yogurt
1/4 cup Coconut Oil (Melted)
1.5 teaspoons Baking Powder
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch round cake pa
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, maple syrup, Greek yogurt, melted coconut oil, lemon juice, and vanilla extract
- Add the fresh lemon zest to the wet mixture
- Sift the almond flour and baking powder into the wet ingredients and fold until just combined
- Toss blueberries with a teaspoon of almond flour and gently fold them into the batter
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top
- Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick comes out clea
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack
Notes
Ensure all refrigerated ingredients are at room temperature for better emulsification.
If using frozen blueberries, toss them in flour while still frozen.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 35-40 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 245 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 115mg