Description
This Lemon Blueberry Cake is a refreshing dessert that perfectly blends the tartness of lemons with the sweetness of juicy blueberries. Moist and tender, this delightful cake is ideal for summer gatherings, birthdays, or simply as a sweet indulgence any day of the week. Topped with creamy frosting that has a hint of lemon, it not only tastes amazing but also looks stunning on any dessert table. Whether you’re a novice baker or an experienced chef, this recipe will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings!
Ingredients
- 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 (sifted)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 9×13 inch cake pan.
- In a bowl, sift together cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- Mix buttermilk with lemon juice in another bowl until combined.
- Beat softened butter with sugar and lemon zest until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients alternating with the buttermilk mixture until just combined. Fold in floured blueberries gently.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow it to cool before frosting with cream cheese frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg