Swirled Blueberry Lemon Cake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Lemon Cake
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2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
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2 ½ tsp baking powder
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½ tsp salt
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
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4 large eggs
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1 tbsp lemon zest
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¼ cup fresh lemon juice
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1 cup buttermilk
→ Blueberry Compote
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1 ½ cups fresh blueberries
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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1 tsp cornstarch
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1 tbsp water
→ Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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3 cups powdered sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
→ Swirled Glaze
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½ cup lemon curd
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½ cup blueberry compote
→ Garnish
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Fresh blueberries
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Lemon slices
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in lemon zest and lemon juice. Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk, mixing until just combined.
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Divide the batter evenly between the pans. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let the cakes cool completely before assembling.
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In a saucepan over medium heat, combine blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Simmer until the blueberries release their juices. Stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook until thickened. Let it cool before using.
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Beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and lemon juice, mixing until fluffy.
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Spread a layer of frosting over one of the cake layers. Spoon the blueberry compote on top and swirl lightly. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the entire cake.
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Drizzle the lemon curd and blueberry compote on top of the cake. Use a toothpick or knife to create a swirled effect.
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Decorate the cake with fresh blueberries and lemon slices. Chill the cake for at least 30 minutes before slicing for the best texture.
# Notes:
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Brush cake layers with lemon syrup for extra moisture.
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For stronger blueberry flavor, add blueberries to the cake batter.
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Use store-bought lemon curd as a shortcut.