Ingredients
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
– 3 large eggs
– 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
– 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
– 1 tablespoon baking powder
– ½ teaspoon salt
– 1 cup buttermilk
– 2 cups fresh blueberries (or frozen, if that’s what you have)
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer (or a whisk, if you want a workout!)
– Measuring cups and spoons
– 9×13 inch baking pan
– Rubber spatula
– Wire rack (for cooling)
Step-by-Step Instructions
Let’s dive into making this cake! First, I preheat my oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease my baking pan with a little butter, ensuring that cake comes out easily later. Then, I cream together the softened butter and sugar in a mixing bowl, beating until it’s light and fluffy. This step is essential because it incorporates air, making the cake light. Next, I add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, and then stir in the vanilla extract. The batter smells so good already! (See the next page below to continue steps…)