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Lemon Blueberry Layer Cake

Lemon Blueberry Layer Cake

This Lemon Blueberry Layer Cake is a delightful treat with layers of lemon flavor and fresh blueberries.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 26 minutes
Chill Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 41 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 slices
Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

  • 8-inch round cake pans
  • handheld mixer
  • stand mixer
  • Paddle Attachment

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
  • 1.25 cups granulated sugar
  • ½ cup light brown sugar packed
  • 6 Tablespoons vegetable oil or canola oil or avocado oil
  • 4 large eggs at room temperature
  • 1 Tablespoon pure vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour spooned & leveled
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup buttermilk at room temperature
  • 2 Tablespoons lemon zest
  • ½ cup lemon juice at room temperature (from 3-4 lemons)
  • 1.5 cups fresh blueberries I do not recommend frozen
  • 1 Tablespoon all-purpose flour

Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 8 ounces full-fat brick cream cheese softened to room temperature
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
  • 3.5 cups confectioners’ sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • pinch salt

Instructions
 

Cake Preparation

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Grease three 8-inch round cake pans, line with parchment paper rounds, then grease the parchment paper.
  • Using a handheld or stand mixer with a paddle attachment, beat the butter on high until smooth and creamy, about 1 minute. Add granulated and brown sugars and beat on medium-high speed until combined, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the oil and beat until combined and light and creamy, about 3 more minutes. Add the eggs and vanilla, and beat on medium speed until everything is completely combined, about 1 minute.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Beat on low speed for a few seconds, then beat in the milk, lemon zest, and lemon juice just until combined.
  • Toss the blueberries with 1 Tablespoon of flour and gently fold into the batter. Spoon batter evenly into prepared cake pans.
  • Bake for about 22–26 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool completely in the pan before assembling and frosting.

Frosting Preparation

  • Using a handheld or stand mixer with a paddle attachment, beat cream cheese and butter together on medium speed until no lumps remain, about 3 full minutes.
  • Add confectioners’ sugar, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt with the mixer running on low. Turn mixer up to high speed and beat for 3 minutes.

Assembly

  • Using a large serrated knife, slice a thin layer off the tops of the cakes to create a flat surface. Place 1 layer on your cake stand. Evenly cover the top with cream cheese frosting.
  • Top with the second layer, more frosting, then the third layer. Top with frosting and spread around the sides.
  • Top with blueberries or lemon garnish if desired. Refrigerate for at least 45 minutes before cutting.
  • Cover leftover cake tightly and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Notes

The recipe doesn’t make a ton of frosting, just enough for a light frost.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slicesCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg
Keyword blueberry, cake, dessert, layer cake, lemon, sweet
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