This Blueberry Ribbon Birthday Cake features a tender vanilla-blueberry sponge layered with blueberry cream and wrapped in a big piped buttercream bow for a ‘bolo vintage’ aesthetic. It’s a delightful dessert perfect for celebrating special occasions.

The recipe combines classic baking techniques with a modern twist, making it an impressive centerpiece for any birthday celebration.

Elegant Blueberry Ribbon Cake Recipe

This cake consists of fluffy vanilla-blueberry layers filled with a luscious blueberry cream. The buttercream bow adds a charming touch, making it visually appealing while delivering delicious flavors. The recipe serves about 10-12 people and takes approximately 2 hours to prepare and bake.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup milk
• 4 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
• 1 cup blueberry jam
• 3 cups buttercream frosting
• Food coloring (optional for decoration)
• Fresh blueberries for garnish

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. Make the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk, and mix until just combined. Gently fold in the blueberries.
4. Bake the Cakes: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
5. Prepare the Filling: Once the cakes are cool, spread a layer of blueberry jam on top of one cake layer, followed by a layer of blueberry cream. Place the second cake layer on top.
6. Frost the Cake: Use buttercream frosting to cover the entire cake. Pipe a large bow on top for decoration. Optionally, use food coloring to enhance the buttercream’s appearance.
7. Garnish: Decorate with fresh blueberries around the base of the cake and on top of the bow. Slice and serve.

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 2 hours

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 10-12 slices
• Calories: 350kcal
• Fat: 15g
• Protein: 4g
• Carbohydrates: 52g