Decadent Blueberry Cake with Tangy Lemon Frosting

Introduction

Our Blueberry Cake with Lemon Frosting is a charming combination of sweet, fruity blueberries and tangy lemon frosting. It’s simple to make, yet impressively delicious. The tender, moist cake studded with blueberries contrasts beautifully with the bright, zest-filled frosting.

Ingredients

1. For the Blueberry Cake:
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 and 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 3 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 and 1/2 cups fresh blueberries
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
2. For the Lemon Frosting:
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2-3 tablespoons heavy cream

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch cake pan.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In another bowl, beat the butter until it becomes creamy. Then, add the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
4. In the bowl with the dry ingredients, make a well in the center. Pour the butter mixture into this well and start combining. Add the buttermilk gradually while continuing to mix. Fold in the blueberries and lemon zest.
5. Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan. Bake for about 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
6. While the cake is cooling, prepare the frosting. Beat the butter until it is creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Adjust the consistency of the frosting using heavy cream.

Once the cake has cooled, frost the cake. Serve and enjoy your homemade blueberry cake with lemon frosting!

Conclusion

This Blueberry Cake with Lemon Frosting is a delightful treat that will please both your eyes and your taste buds. It’s a great dessert for any occasion and is sure to be a hit among both children and adults. Remember, baking is a labor of love, so take your time, enjoy the process, and above all, enjoy your delicious creation!

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