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Lemon Blueberry Cake Recipe

Prep Time25 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time1 hour

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • For the frosting:
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  • Stir in the buttermilk and vanilla extract.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and lemon zest. Gradually add to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
  • Gently fold in the blueberries.
  • Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • For the frosting, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest, mixing until well combined.
  • Once the cakes are completely cooled, spread frosting between the cake layers and over the top and sides of the cake.
  • Decorate with additional blueberries if desired.
  • Slice and serve.