Why is my lemon blueberry layer cake not rising?

This usually happens if your baking powder is expired or if you overmixed the batter after adding the flour. To keep it light, stir just until the dry ingredients disappear.

Why is my lemon layer cake dry?

Overbaking is the most common culprit. Start checking your cake with a toothpick 5 minutes before the timer goes off. The oil in this recipe helps keep it moist, so watch the oven closely.

Why is my lemon and blueberry cake dense?

A dense cake often comes from cold ingredients. Using room temperature eggs and milk helps the batter emulsify properly, creating a fluffy and soft texture.

Yes! This batter makes wonderful cupcakes. Simply fill liners two-thirds full and bake at the same temperature for about 20 minutes.

Lemon Blueberry Cake: Perfect 3 Layer Cake And 2 Layer Cake

Description

This vibrant Lemon Blueberry Cake features tender citrus-infused layers filled with a jammy blueberry reduction and finished with a silky lemon cream cheese frosting. It is a sophisticated yet simple dessert perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

4 cups fresh or thawed blueberries
1 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
2 lemons, juiced
3 cups all-purpose flour
Baking powder
Salt
Unsalted butter, softened
Vegetable oil
1 3/4 cups granulated sugar (for cake)
Eggs
Milk
Vanilla extract
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 block cream cheese, softened
Powdered sugar

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Instructions

Simmer blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan until thickened; set aside to cool completely.
Preheat oven to 350°F and line two 8-inch pans with parchment paper.
Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
Cream butter, oil, and sugar; beat in eggs one at a time, then alternate adding dry ingredients and liquids, finishing with vanilla and zest.
Divide batter into pans and bake for 28-32 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
Beat softened butter and cream cheese until smooth, then incorporate sifted powdered sugar and lemon juice until creamy.
Level and slice cakes into four layers; assemble by alternating cake, a frosting border, and blueberry filling between layers.

Notes

Ensure your butter and cream cheese are at room temperature to achieve the smoothest frosting consistency possible. For the cleanest look when slicing, chill the assembled cake in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.

Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 35 mins
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American