Blueberry Cream Cake

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💙 Best Blueberry Cream Cake Recipe for Summer Desserts 🫐
Light, luscious, and bursting with blueberry goodness

🌼 Introduction

Blueberry Cream Cake is the epitome of a refreshing summer dessert. Imagine tender vanilla cake layers infused with lemon zest, filled and frosted with a whipped cream cheese frosting, and crowned with a thick layer of fresh blueberry compote. This cake is light yet rich, tangy yet sweet, and perfect for any summer occasion—from picnics to birthdays.

🍰 Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 cup buttermilk (room temperature)

For the Blueberry Compote:

  • 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water

For the Whipped Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream (cold)
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

👩‍🍳 Instructions & Method

Step 1: Make the Cake Layers

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 min).
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well. Stir in vanilla and lemon zest.
  5. Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk, starting and ending with flour.
  6. Divide batter evenly and bake for 30–35 minutes. Let cool completely.

Step 2: Make the Blueberry Compote

  1. In a saucepan, combine blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice.
  2. Cook over medium heat until berries release juices (5 minutes).
  3. Stir in cornstarch slurry and simmer until thickened (2 minutes).
  4. Let it cool. It should be thick enough to spread without running.

Step 3: Prepare the Frosting

  1. Beat cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, mixing until fluffy.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  4. Fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture gently.

Step 4: Assemble the Cake

  1. Place one cake layer on a plate. Spread a layer of frosting, then blueberry compote.
  2. Add second cake layer. Frost the top and sides with cream cheese frosting.
  3. Decorate with fresh blueberries and swirl remaining compote on top.
  4. Chill for 1–2 hours before serving.

🫐 Formation

  • The cake is built in two moist layers, each enhanced by the citrus zing of lemon zest.
  • The blueberry compote is nestled between layers and on top—creating visual appeal and juicy bursts.
  • The frosting is a cloud of whipped cream and tangy cream cheese, making every bite airy and satisfying.

🏛️ History

The Blueberry Cream Cake is inspired by European berry cakes, especially Scandinavian “bærtærte” and American cream cakes from the 1950s. Blueberries gained fame in the U.S. due to Maine’s wild crops and soon made their way into pies, cobblers, and eventually luxurious summer cakes like this one.

🌱 Benefits

  • Blueberries are rich in antioxidants and vitamin C.
  • Lemon zest helps with digestion and adds brightness.
  • Cream cheese provides calcium and protein.
  • Buttermilk adds tang and tender texture without heaviness.
  • Low sugar options: You can reduce sugar slightly and still enjoy the flavors.

👫 For the Lovers

This is a cake of romance and refreshment, perfect for lovers who share a fondness for dreamy summer nights, gentle sweetness, and baking together. It’s ideal for anniversaries, surprise picnics, or just indulging in a slice while watching a sunset.

🍽️ Nutrition (Per Slice, approx. 1/12 of cake):

  • Calories: ~380
  • Carbs: 41g
  • Sugars: 26g
  • Fat: 22g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Rich in antioxidants and calcium

🏁 Conclusion

This Blueberry Cream Cake is more than just dessert—it’s a celebration of summer. Light yet luxurious, fruity yet indulgent, it’s a showstopper that balances beauty with flavor. Whether you’re hosting friends, treating a loved one, or spoiling yourself, this cake will satisfy your cravings and your heart.

💙 For the Blueberry Lovers

To every soul who finds peace in fruit and cake—this one is for you. For those who love the gentle pop of a fresh blueberry, the soft cloud of cream, the hint of lemon and the soft sponge beneath it all, may this recipe bring you joy, love, and another excuse to eat cake with someone you adore.

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