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Bourbon Blackberry Cake Recipe

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A moist and flavorful Bourbon Blackberry Cake featuring fresh blackberries and a hint of bourbon, perfect for dessert or afternoon tea.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup bourbon
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Fruit

  • 1 1/2 cups fresh blackberries

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan to ensure the cake does not stick.
  2. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add Eggs and Bourbon: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add bourbon and vanilla extract, mixing well to combine.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry: Alternately add the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until incorporated; do not overmix.
  6. Fold in Blackberries: Gently fold the fresh blackberries into the batter to distribute evenly without breaking them up too much.
  7. Pour Batter into Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and level the top with a spatula.
  8. Bake the Cake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the cake is golden brown on top.
  9. Cool the Cake: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Serve: Serve the Bourbon Blackberry Cake on its own or with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.

Notes

  • For the best flavor, use fresh blackberries, though frozen can be substituted by thawing and draining excess moisture.
  • If you prefer a stronger bourbon flavor, you can brush the cake with a tablespoon of bourbon while it’s still warm.
  • Make sure not to overmix the batter once the flour is added to keep the cake tender.
  • Use a toothpick to check doneness to avoid overbaking which can dry out the cake.

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