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Best Blueberry Lemon Layer Cake – Easy Homemade Fresh Berry Dessert

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This delightful Blueberry Lemon Layer Cake features fluffy layers of lemon cake paired with fresh blueberries and a luscious lemon buttercream frosting.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 12 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2.5 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • Zest from 1 lemon
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • Zest from 1 lemon (for frosting)
  • 2-4 tbsp milk
  • 2 cups fresh blueberries (for sauce)
  • 0.5 cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice (for sauce)
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch pans.
  2. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla and lemon zest.
  5. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk.
  6. Fold in blueberries.
  7. Divide batter and bake 25–30 minutes. Cool completely.
  8. Beat butter, add powdered sugar, lemon juice, zest, and milk for frosting.
  9. Cook blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice for sauce. Add cornstarch mixture and thicken.
  10. Layer cake with frosting and blueberry sauce.
  11. Frost entire cake and garnish with blueberries and zest.

Notes

  • Add lemon extract for stronger flavor.
  • Ensure cakes are fully cooled before frosting.
  • Use fresh blueberries for best texture and taste.
  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American