Description
This Nova Scotia Blueberry Cream Cake. Is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. That’s sure to become. A favorite in your home. With a buttery, flaky crust as the base. This cake is topped with a rich. And creamy filling. Made from sour cream, and sugar. And a touch of vanilla. The star ingredient—plump, juicy blueberries. Adds a burst of natural sweetness. And vibrant color. To every bite. Whether you’re serving it warm or chilled. This cake is the perfect dessert. For any occasion. Offering a taste of summer. With every forkful.
Ingredients
Crust:
1 ½ c of all-purpose flour
½ c of granulated sugar
1 ½ teaspoons of baking powder
½ c of butter, cold and cubed
1 egg
Filling:
4 c of fresh blueberries
2 c of sour cream
½ c of sugar
2 egg yolks
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F. And allow it to preheat.
Prepare the Crust: In a medium-sized bowl. Whisk the flour, sugar, and baking powder together. Until well blended. Cut the butter into small cubes. Then work it into the dry ingredients. Using a fork or your hands. Until the mixture becomes crumbly. Add the egg. And mix. Until the dough starts to come together. Gently press the dough. Into a greased springform pan. Ensuring it forms an even layer.
Prepare the Filling: Evenly distribute the blueberries. Over the crust. In a separate bowl. Combine the sour cream, vanilla extract, sugar, and egg yolks. Mix well. Then pour this mixture. Over the blueberries. Spreading it evenly.
Bake the Cake: Place the pan. In the preheated oven. And bake for about 60 minutes. Or until the edges of the cake. Are lightly browned. Once done, remove the cake from the oven. And allow it to cool. Use an offset spatula. Or butter knife. To gently loosen the edges of the cake. From the sides of the pan.
Notes
Transforming this cake. Into a gluten-free treat is simple. Swap out the all-purpose flour in the crust. With a high-quality gluten-free flour blend. That includes xanthan gum for structure. Ensure your baking powder. Is certified gluten-free as well. The rest of the ingredients. Are naturally gluten-free. Making this recipe easily adaptable. For those with gluten sensitivities. Enjoy the same delicious flavors. And textures. Minus the gluten!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
