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Lemon Blueberry Cake with Lemon Cream Cheese Buttercream

Lemon Blueberry Cake with Lemon Cream Cheese Buttercream Bliss

A delightful Lemon Blueberry Cake topped with luscious Lemon Cream Cheese Buttercream, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 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 teaspoons Baking Powder Check for freshness.
  • 1 te teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it's not expired.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Buttermilk can be used as a substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is best.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Zest Only zest the outer peel.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar can be an alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Should be at room temperature.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Unsweetened applesauce or melted coconut oil can be substituted.
  • 3 large Eggs Room temperature preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be a variation.
  • 2 cups Fresh Blueberries Cut in half to prevent sinking.
For the Frosting
  • 3 cups Powdered Sugar Sifted to remove lumps.
  • 8 ounces Full-Fat Brick Cream Cheese Avoid low-fat for best results.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Stand mixer
  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • Cooking spray
  • Parchment paper
  • Wire Rack
  • Measuring cups
  • Serrated knife

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and prepare your two 9-inch round cake pans with cooking spray and parchment paper.
  2. Sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
  3. In a separate measuring cup, combine the milk and lemon juice. Let sit for 5 minutes to curdle.
  4. Blend the granulated sugar and lemon zest, then add room temperature unsalted butter and mix until creamy.
  5. Incorporate eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then mix in vanilla extract.
  6. Gradually add the dry mixture to the buttery egg mixture, alternating with the lemon milk mixture, mixing on low speed.
  7. Fold in the fresh blueberries coated with flour to prevent sinking.
  8. Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool the cake layers in the pans for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Beat room temperature unsalted butter until smooth, then add sifted powdered sugar, then lemon juice, and cream cheese.
  11. Once the layers have cooled, level them, spread frosting on the first layer, top with the second layer, and apply a crumb coat.
  12. Decorate with additional frosting and fresh blueberries before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and check the freshness of your leavening agents before baking.

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