Description
This Lemon Blueberry Layer Cake is the perfect balance of bright citrus flavor and sweet, juicy berries, making it an ideal choice for a quick breakfast treat, easy dessert, or elegant dinner idea. With its soft, fluffy layers and creamy frosting, this easy recipe delivers a refreshing and indulgent experience in every bite. Whether you’re looking for new food ideas or a standout cake for special occasions, this recipe brings together the best of homemade baking in a simple yet impressive way.
Ingredients
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup unsalted butter
3 large eggs
1 cup milk
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups fresh blueberries
8 oz cream cheese
2 cups powdered sugar
½ cup heavy cream
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare cake pans with grease and parchment paper.
2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
3. Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in lemon juice, zest, and vanilla.
5. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk into the mixture.
6. Gently fold in blueberries.
7. Divide batter into pans and bake for 25–30 minutes.
8. Cool cakes completely on a wire rack.
9. Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and heavy cream until smooth frosting forms.
10. Assemble cake layers with frosting between each layer.
11. Frost the outside and decorate as desired.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter and better texture.
Coat blueberries lightly in flour to prevent them from sinking.
Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake soft and fluffy.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg