Blueberry Pudding Cake is a delightful dessert that offers the best of both worlds: the moistness of a pudding and the fluffiness of a cake. This dish features a light, airy cake layer on top with a rich, gooey blueberry sauce underneath. As it bakes, the batter magically separates into these two distinct layers, creating a luscious treat that’s bursting with the fresh, tangy flavor of blueberries. Serve it warm from the oven with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream to complement the tartness of the blueberries and the sweet, soft texture of the cake.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries (if frozen, do not thaw)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for the blueberry layer)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 cup boiling water
Directions:
- Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Pan:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8-inch square baking dish.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, 3/4 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add Wet Ingredients:
- Stir in the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until just combined. The batter will be quite thick.
- Prepare the Blueberry Layer:
- Spread the blueberries evenly over the bottom of the greased baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of sugar and the cornstarch over the blueberries. Pour boiling water over the blueberries, but do not stir.
- Add Cake Batter:
- Dollop the cake batter over the blueberry layer, spreading gently to cover the berries as much as possible.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the blueberry layer has bubbled up around the edges.
- Serve Warm:
- Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving warm. It’s perfect when served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Blueberry Pudding Cake is an excellent choice for a summer dessert when blueberries are in peak season, but it can be enjoyed year-round thanks to the availability of high-quality frozen blueberries. This dessert is sure to be a hit, offering a warm, comforting treat that’s packed with flavor and a delightful texture contrast.
