Lemon Blueberry Layer Cake: The Best Homemade Delight
This Lemon Blueberry Layer Cake is a delightful combination of tart lemon and sweet blueberries, perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the lemon zest and juice.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk.
- Fold in the blueberries gently.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can use lemon extract.
- Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep the cake light and fluffy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Lemon Blueberry Layer Cake, Layer Cake, Homemade Cake, Dessert Recipe