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Lemon Blueberry Cake

Delicious Lemon Blueberry Cake Recipe for Every Occasion

This Lemon Blueberry Cake blends zesty lemon with sweet blueberries, making it perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter room temperature
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 lemon zest from 1 lemon
  • ¼ cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • ½ cup milk or buttermilk
  • powdered sugar for icing

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Cake Pans

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
  3. Cream butter and sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then add lemon zest and juice.
  5. Gradually fold in dry ingredients alternately with milk until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in blueberries.
  7. Pour batter into pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool before frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 3gFat: 10g

Notes

Feel free to customize by swapping blueberries for other berries or adding nuts and vanilla for extra flavor.

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