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Lemon Blackberry Pound Cake for Any Season

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This Lemon Blackberry Pound Cake is rich, buttery, and bursting with bright lemon flavor and juicy blackberries. It’s the perfect loaf for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat. With a moist crumb and just the right balance of citrus and berries, this easy cake is a go-to recipe all year round.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened

  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar

  • 2 large eggs, room temperature

  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest

  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour

  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 cup (120g) Greek yogurt or sour cream

  • 1 cup (150g) fresh or frozen blackberries (if large, cut in half)

  • 1 teaspoon flour (to toss with blackberries)

Optional Glaze:

  • 1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar

  • 12 tablespoons lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven:
    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and line with parchment paper.

  2. Cream Butter and Sugar:
    In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy (about 3–4 minutes).

  3. Add Eggs and Flavorings:
    Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.

  4. Combine Dry Ingredients:
    In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.

  5. Mix Batter:
    Add half of the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mix gently. Add Greek yogurt and mix. Add the remaining flour mixture and mix until just combined—don’t overmix.

  6. Fold in Blackberries:
    Toss the blackberries with 1 teaspoon of flour (to prevent sinking), then gently fold into the batter.

  7. Bake:
    Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

  8. Cool and Glaze:
    Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
    If glazing, whisk powdered sugar and lemon juice together, then drizzle over the cooled cake.

Notes

  • For frozen blackberries, do not thaw before using.

  • For extra lemon flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon lemon extract.

  • Glaze is optional but enhances the citrus profile.

  • Store covered at room temperature for 3 days or refrigerate up to 7 days.

  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 310 kcal
  • Sugar: 21g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg