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