Lemon Blueberry Cream Cake

Description

This Lemon Blueberry Cream Cake is a light, refreshing dessert bursting with citrus flavor and juicy blueberries. Layers of soft cake are combined with a rich, creamy filling and fresh berries, then topped with whipped cream, lemon zest, and more blueberries. It’s the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and creamy—ideal for summer gatherings or special occasions.

 Ingredients

For the Cake Base:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1½ tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• ¾ cup butter (softened)
• 1 cup sugar
• 3 eggs
• 1 tbsp lemon zest
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ¾ cup milk

For the Cream Filling:

• 1½ cups heavy whipping cream
• 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
• ½ cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Blueberry Layer:

• 1½ cups fresh blueberries
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

For Topping:

• Whipped cream
• Fresh blueberries
• Lemon zest or slices

 Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan.
2. In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
4. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in lemon zest, juice, and vanilla.
5. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk until smooth.
6. Pour batter into pan and bake for 25–30 minutes. Let cool completely.
7. For the blueberry layer, cook blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice over medium heat until slightly thickened. Cool.
8. For the cream filling, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in whipped cream.
9. Slice cake into layers. Spread cream filling and blueberry mixture between layers.
10. Frost the top with whipped cream and decorate with blueberries and lemon zest.
11. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.

 Notes

• Use fresh blueberries for best flavor and texture.
• Chill the cake before slicing for cleaner layers.
• Lemon zest enhances the citrus flavor—don’t skip it.

Tips

• Add a simple syrup to keep cake extra moist.
• Use a springform pan for easier assembly.
• Substitute raspberries or strawberries if desired.
• Pipe whipped cream for a bakery-style finish.

Servings

Serves: 8–10 slices

 Nutritional Info (Approx per serving)

• Calories: 350–450
• Carbohydrates: 40–50g
• Sugar: 25–35g
• Fat: 18–25g
• Protein: 4–6g

Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from blueberries
• Refreshing citrus flavor
• Perfect celebration dessert
• Customizable with different fruits
• Balanced sweet and tangy profile

Q&A

Q: Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes! It actually tastes better chilled overnight.

Q: Can I use frozen blueberries?
Yes, just thaw and drain before cooking.

Q: How do I store it?
Keep refrigerated for up to 3 days.

Q: Can I make it lighter?
Use low-fat cream cheese and whipped topping.

Q: Can I make cupcakes instead?
Absolutely! Adjust baking time to 18–20 minutes.