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Lemon Blueberry Cake with Lemon Cream Cheese Buttercream

Lemon Blueberry Cake with Lemon Cream Cheese Buttercream Bliss

This Lemon Blueberry Cake with Lemon Cream Cheese Buttercream bursts with refreshing flavors, perfect for spring celebrations.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour can substitute with cake flour for a lighter texture
  • 2 tsp Baking Powder ensure it’s fresh for optimal rise
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda replace with additional baking powder if needed
  • 1/2 tsp Salt enhances flavor; no substitutes necessary
  • 1 cup Whole Milk buttermilk can be used for a richer taste
  • 1/2 cup Lemon Juice freshly squeezed is best
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest always use fresh zest
  • 1 1/2 cups Granulated Sugar no direct substitutes recommended
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter avoid using margarine
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable Oil can use melted coconut oil for a lighter option
  • 3 large Eggs no substitutes for vegan diets
  • 1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract vanilla bean paste works well as an alternative
  • 2 cups Fresh Blueberries frozen blueberries can be substituted
For the Frosting
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar don’t attempt substitutes for best results
  • 8 oz Full-Fat Brick-Style Cream Cheese avoid spreadable varieties

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Stand Mixer
  • measuring cups
  • Pans

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350ºF (177ºC) and grease three 6-inch (or two 8-inch) round cake pans, lining the bottoms with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a measuring cup, whisk together the whole milk and freshly squeezed lemon juice, letting it sit for about 5 minutes.
  4. In a stand mixer, combine the lemon zest and granulated sugar, then add the unsalted butter and beat until light and fluffy.
  5. Gradually mix in the vegetable oil, followed by eggs one at a time, and vanilla extract, scraping down the bowl as needed.
  6. With the mixer on low, combine half of the dry ingredients, then the lemon milk, then the remaining dry ingredients until just combined.
  7. Toss 2/3 of the fresh blueberries with a small amount of flour and gently fold into the batter.
  8. Divide the batter between the prepared pans and top with reserved blueberries.
  9. Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  10. Cool the cakes in the pans for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
  11. For the frosting, beat the softened unsalted butter until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar and lemon juice, finishing with the cream cheese.
  12. Level the cake layers if needed, assemble by alternating layers and frosting in between, chilling the cake to set.
  13. Apply a final layer of frosting, decorate with blueberries and lemon slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure fresh ingredients for optimal flavor. Room temperature butter aids in a smooth frosting.

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