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Luscious Lemon Blueberry Layer Cake

This bright and flavorful cake balances tangy lemon with sweet cream cheese frosting and juicy blueberries, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups Blueberries, fresh Use fresh, firm blueberries to avoid extra moisture in the batter.
  • 1 Lemon Zest of Zest enhances the lemon flavor.
  • 3 large Eggs Ensure eggs are at room temperature.
  • 1/2 cup Lemon juice Fresh lemon juice is preferred.
  • 2 3/4 cups All-purpose flour Measure flour correctly by spooning into the cup and leveling off.
  • 1 tbsp Baking powder
  • 1 tsp Baking soda
  • 3/4 cup Brown sugar
  • 1 1/4 cups Granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 3 tsp Vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable oil Can substitute with another neutral oil.
  • 1 cup Butter Unsalted butter, at room temperature.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk You can make quick buttermilk with vinegar or lemon juice mixed with milk.
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream cheese Softened for easy mixing.
  • 4 cups Confectioners' sugar Sifted for smooth frosting.
  • 2 tbsp Heavy cream Adjust the amount for desired consistency.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla; mix until combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients alternating with buttermilk and vegetable oil. Mix until just incorporated.
  6. Gently fold in the fresh blueberries.
  7. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans.
Baking
  1. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Making Frosting
  1. In the meantime, make the cream cheese frosting by beating together the cream cheese, confectioners' sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla until smooth.
Assembly
  1. Once the cakes are cooled, frost the top of one layer, add the second layer, and frost again.
  2. Repeat with the third layer.
  3. Decorate with additional blueberries if desired.

Notes

For best texture and flavor, serve slices at room temperature. If refrigerated, let the cake sit at room temperature for 20–30 minutes before serving. Store in airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze slices tightly for up to 2 months.