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Lemon Blueberry Cake Recipe

Lemon Blueberry Cake Recipe

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Indulge in the delightful experience of making this Lemon Blueberry Cake Recipe, a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors. With layers of soft lemon cake, a luscious blueberry filling, and a creamy lemon cream cheese frosting, this cake is an impressive addition to any occasion—from birthdays to casual family gatherings. The vibrant colors and refreshing taste make it visually appealing and irresistible.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups blueberries (fresh or thawed)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • Juice of 2 lemons
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
  • 12 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking pans.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Then mix in eggs, milk, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and zest.
  4. Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture.
  5. Fold in blueberries gently.
  6. Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting with cream cheese mixture.

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