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Lemon Blueberry Cake

Lemon Blueberry Cake

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Lemon Blueberry Cake, a perfect sweet treat for any occasion. This cake combines zesty lemon with juicy blueberries to create a light and refreshing dessert that is sure to impress your guests. Its moist texture and creamy frosting make it a standout choice, whether for birthdays, casual gatherings, or simply to brighten your day. With easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is accessible for bakers of all skill levels. Top it off with fresh blueberries and lemon slices for an eye-catching presentation that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x

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
  • 1/3 cup lemon juice
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups blueberries
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
  • 8 oz brick-style cream cheese
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice (for frosting)
  • 3 – 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon whipping cream (as needed)
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter (for decorating)
  • 12 ounces brick-style cream cheese (for decorating)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice (for decorating)
  • 4 1/2 – 5 1/2 cups powdered sugar (for decorating)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and prepare your baking pan.
  2. In a bowl, sift together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Mix buttermilk and lemon juice in another bowl.
  4. Beat softened butter with sugar and lemon zest until fluffy; then add eggs one at a time.
  5. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients and buttermilk mixture until combined.
  6. Fold in floured blueberries gently.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool before frosting with cream cheese mixture.
  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg