Simple Blueberry Lemon Cake
Delight in the sweet and tangy flavors of this moist and fluffy cake that combines fresh blueberries and zesty lemon, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Cake Base
- 1/2 cup milk (room temperature, about 70°F)
- 1/2 cup sour cream (full-fat) Greek yogurt can be used as a healthier substitute.
- 3 large egg whites
- 3 tbsp lemon juice Freshly squeezed.
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1.5 tbsp vanilla essence
- 1/4 tsp almond extract
- 2 cups flour Feel free to use a gluten-free flour blend if needed.
- 1.67 cups sugar
- 1.75 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup butter (softened) A combination of butter and applesauce can be used for a lighter option.
For the Blueberry Sauce
- 1.33 cups blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup blueberries (frozen)
- 1.5 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice Freshly squeezed.
- 1 tbsp water
For the Frosting
- 1.5 cups butter (unsalted)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 6 cups icing sugar (sifted)
- 4 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease three 6-inch round cake pans well to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, sour cream, egg whites, lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla essence, and almond extract until smooth.
Making the Blueberry Sauce
- In a saucepan, combine the blueberries, sugar, lemon juice, and water. Simmer until the berries burst and the mixture reduces by half, then let it cool completely.
Combining Ingredients
- In another bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add softened butter until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gently pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in fresh blueberries.
Baking
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans and bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 15 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting and Assembly
- Beat the unsalted butter until fluffy, then gradually add sifted icing sugar and lemon juice. Reserve some frosting for decoration.
- Layer the cake with reserved frosting and blueberry sauce, then smooth the remaining frosting around the outer edge.
Chilling
- Chill the assembled cake for about 20 minutes before serving to set the frosting.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. Don't overmix the batter.