RSVP Collection No. 10 - Melt-in-Your-Mouth Blueberry Cake

Blueberry season is upon us so I thought it only appropriate to share a brunch favorite.

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Blueberry Cake*



2 eggs, separated

1 c. sugar

1/4 t. salt

1/2 c. shortening

1 t. vanilla

1 1/2 c. flour

1 t. baking powder

1/3 c. milk

1 1/2 c. fresh blueberries

Beat egg whites until stiff. Add 1/4 c. sugar. In separate bowl, cream shortening. Add salt, vanilla, remaining sugar, and egg yolks - beat until light and creamy. Set aside small amount of flour. Add remaining flour and fold in beaten egg whites. Dredge blueberries in flour that was set aside. Fold into batter.

Turn into greased 8" x 8" pan. Sprinkle top of batter lightly with sugar. Bake 350 degrees for 50-60 minutes.

Serve warm or cooled.

*This recipe from Mom's Recipe Collection. If interested in purchasing this 145-page cookbook it is available from Willow Bee Inspired for $45.00 plus $4.99 shipping within the US, inquire on International shipping. Just e-mail me at willowbeeinspired@yahoo.com.