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Slice of blueberry orange cake with whipped cream, blueberries, pistachios, and agave drizzle

Blueberry Orange Brunch Cake with Agave and Pistachios

Blueberry Orange Brunch Cake is a fresh, layered dessert with a tender citrus cake, creamy whipped topping, juicy berries, and crunchy pistachios. It is a beautiful choice for brunch gatherings or special occasions when you want a bright, flavorful cake.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 484
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake
  • 2 oranges, peeled
  • 1/4 cup agave
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup olive oil
  • 2 1/2 cups flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Whipped Cream
  • 1 pint heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup agave
Topping
  • blueberries, pistachios, and additional agave for topping

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F / 163°C. Prepare two 8 or 9-inch round cake pans with non-stick spray or parchment circles on the bottoms.
Orange Mixture
  1. Add the peeled oranges and agave to a food processor and pulse until a pulpy juice mixture forms. Set aside.
Cake
  1. Whisk together the sugar, eggs, and olive oil until combined.
  2. Mix in the orange mixture, then add the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir just until the batter comes together.
  3. Divide the batter between the prepared cake pans and gently tap the pans on the counter to release air bubbles.
  4. Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the tops spring back when lightly touched.
  5. Allow the cakes to cool completely to room temperature before adding the whipped cream layers.
Whipped Cream and Assembly
  1. Beat the heavy whipping cream with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, then fold in the agave.
  2. Spread whipped cream over the center of the first cake layer, keeping it away from the edges.
  3. Place the second cake layer on top and spread another layer of whipped cream over the surface.
  4. Finish with blueberries, pistachios, and additional agave.

Notes

For an extra citrus boost, orange juice can be simmered into a thick syrup, mixed with a small amount of agave, and poured over the cooled cakes after making holes in the layers before frosting. The cake is especially enjoyable when refrigerated after adding the syrup.