Lemon Blueberry Cake
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Lemon Blueberry Cake, a perfect balance of tart lemon and sweet blueberries. Moist and fluffy, this cake is an ideal dessert for any occasion, from birthdays to casual family gatherings. Topped with a creamy frosting that hints at lemon zest, every bite offers a refreshing taste experience that will leave your guests wanting more. This easy-to-follow recipe is suitable for bakers of all levels, making it a go-to choice for those who want to impress without the fuss. Serve it as a layer cake or in a sheet pan; either way, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 cups cake flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup buttermilk (room temperature)
- 1/3 cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened to room temperature)
- 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 8 oz brick-style cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 – 4 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
- 1 tablespoon whipping cream (as needed)
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 12 ounces brick-style cream cheese (full fat)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 4 1/2 – 5 1/2 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
- 1–2 tablespoons whipping cream (as needed)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and prepare your cake pan.
- In one bowl, sift together cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In another bowl, mix buttermilk with lemon juice; set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients and wet mixtures alternately until just combined. Fold in floured blueberries gently.
- Fill prepared pan(s) with batter and bake—30-35 minutes for sheet cakes or 25-30 minutes for round layers—until golden brown.
- Cool completely before frosting with cream cheese mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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