Description
Blueberry Cake with Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting is a delightful dessert that balances the sweetness of fresh blueberries with the tangy zing of lemon. This moist and fluffy cake, topped with a creamy frosting, is perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a birthday celebration or just a treat for yourself. Each bite brings a burst of flavor, making it irresistible to anyone who tries it.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in milk.
- Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just combined. Gently fold in blueberries.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
- For frosting, beat cream cheese with lemon zest and juice until smooth; gradually add powdered sugar.
- Frost cooled cakes as desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, substitute blueberries with raspberries or mix in vanilla extract into the frosting. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.