Blueberry Bottom Cake

This blueberry bottom cake recipe is a family favorite. It’s always a hit at potlucks and picnics, and it’s the perfect dessert for any special occasion.

This recipe is easy to follow, and the results are always delicious.

The blueberry layer is sweet and flavorful, while the cake layer is fluffy and moist. Best of all, this cake is topped with creamy vanilla icing that will make your taste buds sing!

When it was done baking, we sliced it into it and saw that the center was perfectly cooked with a layer of juicy blueberries on top. It was definitely one of my favorite blueberry cakes ever, and now I love making it for special occasions!

So, what are you waiting for? Get in the kitchen and start baking! We promise this blueberry bottom cake recipe is worth your time.

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Why I love Blueberry Bottom Cake?

• Quick
• Easy
• Substitutions for other fruit and gelatin
• Make and take dessert

Can you add frozen blueberries to cake mix?

You can use frozen blueberries or other frozen fruit in this recipe but you would want to thaw them first.

How do you keep blueberries from sinking to the bottom of a cake?

In this cake you do want the blueberries to be on the bottom of the cake. However, in recipes when you do not want that to happen, simply place the fruit in a little bit of flour, shake off the excess before adding to the other ingredients, and you will not have fruit sinking to the bottom.

Should you coat blueberries in flour before baking?

You do not need to coat the blueberries before adding for this recipe since you want the blueberries to remain at the bottom of this cake.

How to serve Blueberry Bottom Cake?

Serve this cake either at room temperature or it can be cooled in the refrigerator. Place a dollop of whipped cream on top and it is ready to go!

Blueberry Bottom Cake Cooking Tips:

Bake until the sides begin to pull away and the top is set. You can insert a toothpick in the middle. When it comes out clean, the cake is finished.

Variations of Blueberry Bottom Cake:

• Cherries
• Strawberry/Rhubarb
• Peach
• Apple
• Change the gelatin to pair with the fruit

Ingredients

• White cake mix
• Fresh blueberries
• Water
• Granulated sugar
• Raspberry gelatin mix
• Oil
• Eggs
• Cool Whip topping defrosted

How to make Blueberry Bottom Cake:

Step 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

Step 2. In a bowl, add the cake mix.

Step 3. Then, add the water.

Step 4. Then add the oil.

Step 5. Then, add the eggs.

Step 6. Mix together until smooth.

Step 7. In a small bowl, add the sugar.

Step 8. Then, add the gelatin mix. Stir together

Step 9. Layer the blueberries in the bottom of a well-greased 9×13 baking dish.

Step 10. Sprinkle the sugar mixture over the top of the blueberries.

Step 11. Spread a layer of the batter over the blueberries.

Step 12. Bake for 55 minutes.

Step 13. Let cool to room temperature.

Step 14. Top the cake with the Cool Whip and serve.

Enjoy!

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How to store Blueberry Bottom Cake?  

Once the cake has cooled, be sure to store it in the refrigerator since it has fruit at the bottom. It should last up to 4-5 days.

How to reheat Blueberry Bottom Cake?

Microwave a serving at a time for 10-20 seconds depending upon the wattage.

Can I make ahead Blueberry Bottom Cake ahead of time?

This is a great make ahead cake. It can be placed in the refrigerator until time to serve. This cake may be served cold or warm. Be sure not to put a dollop of whipped cream on the cake until you are ready to serve.

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