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Lemon Blueberry Layer Cake

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A delightful Lemon Blueberry Layer Cake that combines the sweet brightness of lemons with juicy blueberries, perfect for summer celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
  • For frosting:
  • 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened
  • 6 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Additional blueberries for decoration

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
  3. Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, until just combined.
  6. Fold in the blueberries, being careful not to break them apart.
  7. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. For the frosting, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined and fluffy.
  10. Once the cakes are cooled, layer them with frosting between each layer and cover the top and sides with more frosting.
  11. Slice it up and share it with your loved ones.

Notes

Make sure your butter is softened to room temperature for optimal creaming. If using frozen blueberries, do not defrost them. Adjust the lemon zest to taste.

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