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Lemon Blueberry Cake topped with fresh blueberries and lemon zest

Lemon Blueberry Cake

A delightful combination of zesty lemon and juicy blueberries, this moist cake is perfect for any occasion, from brunch to dessert.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 3 cups cake flour (360 grams)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk (180 ml, room temperature)
  • 1/3 cup lemon juice (80 ml, freshly squeezed)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (226 grams, softened to room temperature)
  • 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar (350 grams)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 2 cups blueberries (fresh recommended)
  • 2 teaspoons cake flour (or all-purpose flour)
Frosting Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (112 grams, softened)
  • 8 oz brick-style cream cheese (226 grams)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 3-4 cups powdered sugar (330-440 grams, sifted)
  • 1 tablespoon whipping cream (as needed)
Additional Frosting Ingredients
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter (168 grams, softened)
  • 12 oz brick-style cream cheese (340 grams, full fat)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 4 1/2-5 1/2 cups powdered sugar (495-605 grams, sifted)
  • 1-2 tablespoons whipping cream (as needed)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch cake pan. If you prefer a layered cake, line the bottom with parchment paper and grease the sides.
  2. Sift together the cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and lemon juice until well combined.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and lemon zest until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Beat in the vanilla extract and add eggs, one at a time, scraping the bowl sides as you go.
  5. With the mixer set to low, alternate adding the dry flour mixture and the wet buttermilk mixture until just combined. Be careful not to overmix!
  6. Toss the blueberries with 2 teaspoons of flour to prevent them from sinking, then gently fold them into the batter.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting
  1. For the frosting, beat the softened butter with cream cheese until smooth. Gradually incorporate lemon juice and powdered sugar until you reach the desired consistency, adding whipping cream if needed.
  2. Serve the cake plain or decorate it with a dusting of powdered sugar, lemon slices, or whipped cream for that extra special touch.

Notes

When baking, ensure ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Store leftovers covered at room temperature for a couple of days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.