Lemon Blueberry Layer Cake

Name: Lemon Blueberry Layer Cake
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 cup (8 Tbsp; 113g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature; 1 and 1/4 cups (250g) granulated sugar; 1/2 cup (100g) packed light brown sugar; 6 Tablespoons (90ml) vegetable oil, canola oil, or avocado oil; 4 large eggs, at room temperature; 1 Tablespoon pure vanilla extract; 3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled); 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 3/4 cup (180ml) buttermilk, at room temperature; 2 Tablespoons lemon zest; 1/2 cup (120ml) lemon juice (3–4 lemons), at room temperature; 1 and 1/2 cups (210g) fresh blueberries (I do not recommend frozen); 1 Tablespoon all-purpose flour; 8 ounces (226g) full-fat brick cream cheese, softened to room temperature*; 3 and 1/2 cups (420g) confectioners’ sugar; 1 Tablespoon (15ml) heavy cream*; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; pinch salt

Instructions

Prep:35minCook:25min

This better-than-ever lemon blueberry layer cake is bursting with sunshine-sweet flavor and filled with juicy berries in every bite. Its tender, moist crumb is perfectly balanced with a bright, zesty lemon flavor. Finished with a rich and creamy cream cheese frosting, this is a delightfully fresh and luscious dessert that's perfect for spring and summertime.

Updated at: Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:07:36 GMT