Description
Blueberry Cake with Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting is an irresistible dessert that beautifully blends the sweetness of fresh blueberries with the tangy brightness of lemon. Perfect for spring and summer celebrations, this moist layer cake features luscious blueberry puree in the batter and is topped with a creamy lemon-infused frosting. Whether you’re hosting a birthday party or enjoying a picnic, this cake is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Its vibrant colors and delightful flavors make it an eye-catching centerpiece for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups white sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 3 cups cake flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 1/2 cups pureed blueberries
- 3 sticks unsalted butter (for frosting)
- 8 oz cream cheese
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 7 1/2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two round 9-inch baking pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Mix in sour cream until combined. Gradually add dry ingredients while alternating with pureed blueberries; mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in whole blueberries, then divide batter between prepared pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (98g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 37g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 59g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg