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Blueberry Cream Cheese Layer Cake

This delightful Blueberry Cream Cheese Layer Cake is a slice of heaven with luscious flavors, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Layers
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure it's at room temperature.
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk Can be substituted with milk plus lemon juice or vinegar.
  • 1.5 cups fresh blueberries Plus more for garnish.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until it’s light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and buttermilk.
Baking
  1. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Fold in the blueberries gently.
  2. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  3. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting and Assembly
  1. Beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Gradually mix in the powdered sugar and add vanilla.
  2. Place one cake layer on a serving plate, spread with frosting, then add the second layer and frost the top and sides. Garnish with remaining blueberries.

Notes

Fresh blueberries are recommended, but if using frozen, toss them in flour before mixing to prevent sinking. Allow the cake to cool fully before frosting for best results. For a twist, add lemon zest to the frosting.