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Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Cake

A delightful layered cake combining zesty lemons and sweet blueberries, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 10 pieces
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries Fresh blueberries are best, but frozen can be used.
For the Blueberry Cheesecake Layer
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups blueberry compote
For the Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 0.5 cup butter
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until it’s light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the buttermilk and lemon zest.
  4. In another bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add these dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in the fresh blueberries.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow the cakes to cool completely.
Assembly
  1. For the blueberry cheesecake layer, mix softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth, then fold in the whipped heavy cream.
  2. Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread the blueberry cheesecake on top, then add the second cake layer.
Frosting
  1. To make the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until creamy, then mix in powdered sugar, lemon juice, and zest.
  2. Frost the top and sides of the cake with the lemon cream cheese frosting, and serve it with additional blueberry compote if desired.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days. Freeze individual slices wrapped tightly for later enjoyment.