Litá Bublanina with Fresh Berries

Ingredients

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup (240ml) whole milk 1 cup (240ml) whole milk
• 2 cups (300g) mixed fresh berries (such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries) 2 cups (300g) mixed fresh berries (such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 12g, 7g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 49g, 28g
• Protein: 5g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 0.3g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. 2.
   In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. 3.
   Add the softened butter to the dry ingredients and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. 4.
   In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vanilla extract, and milk.
5. 5.
   Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. 6.
   Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly.
7. 7.
   Scatter the fresh berries over the top of the batter.
8. 8.
   Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. 9.
   Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
10. 10.
    Transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Berries — Make sure to wash the berries thoroughly before using them in the recipe to remove any dirt or debris.

Tips & Tricks

• For a twist, you can add a sprinkle of cinnamon or a dash of lemon zest to the batter for an extra burst of flavor.
• Serve the Litá Bublanina with a dollop of whipped cream or a dusting of powdered sugar for an added touch of sweetness.
• If fresh berries are not available, you can use frozen berries instead. Just make sure to thaw and drain them before using.

Serving advice

Serve the Litá Bublanina at room temperature or slightly warm. It can be enjoyed on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent treat.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, you can dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar or garnish it with a few fresh mint leaves.