Here’s a detailed, step-by-step Blueberry Cloud Cake recipe — light, airy, and bursting with fresh blueberry flavor. This cake gets its “cloud” texture from whipped egg whites and a soft whipped cream topping.
🫐 Blueberry Cloud Cake
🧁 Ingredients
For the Cake:
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1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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¼ teaspoon salt
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4 large eggs, separated
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¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar, divided
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¼ cup (60ml) milk
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¼ cup (60ml) vegetable oil
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 cup (150g) fresh blueberries (lightly tossed in 1 tablespoon flour)
For the Blueberry Filling:
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1½ cups (225g) fresh or frozen blueberries
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¼ cup (50g) sugar
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water (slurry)
For the Cloud Topping:
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1½ cups (360ml) heavy whipping cream (cold)
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3 tablespoons powdered sugar
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
🍰 Step-by-Step Directions
🔹 Step 1: Prepare the Pan
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Grease and line an 8-inch (20cm) round cake pan with parchment paper.
🔹 Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients
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In a medium bowl, whisk together:
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Flour
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Baking powder
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Salt
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Set aside.
🔹 Step 3: Make the Cake Batter
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In a large bowl, beat the egg yolks with ½ cup sugar until pale and creamy (about 3–4 minutes).
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Add milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
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Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just combined (do not overmix).
🔹 Step 4: Whip the Egg Whites
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In a clean bowl, beat egg whites until foamy.
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Gradually add remaining ¼ cup sugar while beating.
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Continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
🔹 Step 5: Fold & Add Blueberries
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Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the batter in 3 additions.
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Carefully fold in the flour-coated blueberries.
👉 Be gentle to keep the batter airy.
🔹 Step 6: Bake
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Pour batter into prepared pan.
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Smooth the top lightly.
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Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
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Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
🫐 Step 7: Make the Blueberry Filling
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In a saucepan over medium heat, combine:
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Blueberries
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Sugar
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Lemon juice
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Cook until berries release juices (about 5 minutes).
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Stir in cornstarch slurry.
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Cook until thickened (2–3 minutes).
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Cool completely before using.
☁️ Step 8: Make the Cloud Topping
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In a chilled bowl, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form.
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Add powdered sugar and vanilla.
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Beat until stiff but fluffy peaks form.
⚠️ Do not overwhip.
🎂 Step 9: Assemble the Cake
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Slice cooled cake horizontally into two layers.
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Spread blueberry filling over the bottom layer.
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Add a thick layer of whipped cream.
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Place the top layer on.
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Frost the entire cake with remaining whipped cream.
Optional: Decorate with fresh blueberries and a light dusting of powdered sugar.
❄️ Chill & Serve
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Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.
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Store in fridge up to 3 days.
💡 Tips for Extra Fluffiness
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Make sure egg whites are at room temperature before whipping.
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Do not grease the sides too heavily — it helps the cake rise.
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Fold gently to keep the “cloud” texture.