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Easy Lemon Blueberry Cake Recipe

Easy Lemon Blueberry Cake Recipe

Bright lemon and juicy blueberries shine in this soft, tender cake. Simple prep, bakery-level results.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cup all-purpose flour for the batter
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 0.25 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp fine salt
  • 0.75 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs at room temperature
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon zest from 1–2 lemons
  • 1.5 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 0.25 cup whole milk
  • 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1.5 cup fresh blueberries if using frozen, do not thaw
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour, for tossing berries

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and line a 9-inch round cake pan.
  • Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
  • Beat butter and sugar until pale and fluffy, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add eggs one at a time. Mix in lemon zest and vanilla.
  • Stir yogurt, milk, and lemon juice together in a small bowl.
  • Add dry ingredients to the butter mixture in two additions, alternating with the yogurt mixture.
  • Toss blueberries with 1 tablespoon flour. Fold into the batter gently.
  • Spread batter in the pan and smooth the top.
  • Bake 40 to 45 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool 15 minutes in the pan. Turn out and cool completely.

Notes

For a quick glaze, whisk 1/2 cup powdered sugar with 1–2 tbsp lemon juice and drizzle over the cooled cake. To prevent sinking, reserve a handful of berries to scatter on top before baking. Store covered at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate up to 5 days.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy Lemon Blueberry Cake Recipe flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.