Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of this Lemon Blueberry Layer Cake, a vibrant and moist dessert that infuses zesty lemon with juicy blueberries. Perfect for spring gatherings, summer picnics, or birthday celebrations, this cake is not only visually appealing with its bright colors but also bursting with refreshing flavors that will leave your guests wanting more. Topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting, this cake is simple to make, making it an ideal choice for both novice and experienced bakers alike.
Ingredients
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- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1¼ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup packed light brown sugar
- 6 tablespoons vegetable, canola, or avocado oil
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup buttermilk, room temperature
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- ½ cup lemon juice (about 3–4 lemons), room temperature
- 1½ cups fresh blueberries
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (for tossing blueberries)
- 8 oz full-fat brick cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3½ cups confectioners’ sugar
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a stand mixer bowl, beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Add vegetable oil and mix until combined. Incorporate eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, combine buttermilk, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture in three parts while alternating with buttermilk until just combined. Gently fold in blueberries coated in flour.
- Divide the batter among prepared pans and bake for about 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
- For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth; gradually add confectioners’ sugar followed by heavy cream and vanilla extract until fluffy.
- Once cooled, assemble by frosting between layers and on top of the cake.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg