How to Make Nova Scotia Blueberry Cream Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to delicious and unique desserts, the Nova Scotia Blueberry Cream Cake is hard to beat. This delightful cake perfectly captures the essence of the beautiful Canadian province, known for its abundant blueberry fields and rich dairy products. With its moist and tender cake layers, fresh blueberry filling, and creamy frosting, this cake is a true celebration of the region's bountiful harvest.

What makes this recipe stand out is the use of fresh Nova Scotia blueberries, whic...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 cups blueberries
  • 2 cups sour cream
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 9 inch springform pan.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, 1/2 cup of sugar, and baking powder. Mix in the butter by pinching between your fingers or using a pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla. Pat lightly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Pour blueberries over the top.
  • In another medium bowl, whisk together the sour cream, 1/2 cup of sugar, egg yolks and 1 teaspoon of vanilla until smooth. Pour over the blueberries.
  • Bake for 60 to 70 minutes in the preheated oven, until the top is lightly browned. Cool, then run a knife around the edge of the pan. Remove the outer ring of the pan, and cut into wedges to serve.
  • Nutrition

    379 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 104mg
    • Sodium: 173mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 45g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 26g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 110mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 146mg