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Lemon berry Cake

This Lemon berry Cake is a delightful blend of zesty lemons and sweet blueberries!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Baking, Celebration, Easy
Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 9 oz blueberries (plus 1 tablespoon flour)
  • 4 large eggs (at room temperature)
  • 1/3 cup milk (anything but nonfat, at room temperature)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice (at room temperature)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon extract (may substitute with 2 teaspoons lemon zest)
  • 2 cups cake flour
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 0.75 teaspoon salt
  • 16 tablespoons unsalted butter (cut into 16 pieces, softened at room temperature)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 2/3 cup lemon juice (hot but not boiling)

For the Lemon Curd:

  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (cut into ½ inch cubes, chilled)
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.125 teaspoon salt

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 12 oz cream cheese (softened to room temperature)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened to room temperature)
  • 0.25 cup lemon curd (recipe included below)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch salt
  • 3.5 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

Method:

  • Step 1: Prepare the Blueberries - Toss the blueberries with 1 tablespoon of flour in a small bowl. Set aside.
  • Step 2: Make the Cake Batter - In a mixing bowl, combine eggs, milk, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and lemon extract.
  • Step 3: Cream the Butter - Beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add flour mixture and egg mixture alternately.
  • Step 4: Fold in the Blueberries - Gently fold the blueberries into the batter.
  • Step 5: Bake the Cakes - Preheat oven to 350°F. Divide batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  • Step 6: Prepare the Lemon Curd - Combine hot lemon juice, eggs, and sugar in a saucepan and cook until thickened.
  • Step 7: Make the Cream Cheese Frosting - Beat cream cheese and butter, then mix in lemon curd, lemon juice, and powdered sugar.
  • Step 8: Assemble the Cake - Layer cake with lemon curd and frosting, then frost the entire cake.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Rubber Spatula
  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • Parchment Paper
  • Cooling rack

Notes

  • Use fresh lemons and blueberries for the best flavor.
  • All ingredients should be at room temperature for a smoother batter.
  • Experiment with other berries like raspberries or strawberries.
  • Store leftover cake in an airtight container for up to 3 days.