Description
Lemon Blueberry Sheet Cake is a delightful dessert that perfectly balances zesty lemon and sweet blueberries, making it an ideal treat for summer gatherings or casual snacks. This easy-to-follow recipe allows even novice bakers to create a stunning centerpiece that will impress guests at BBQs, birthday parties, or any celebration. With its fluffy texture and refreshing flavors, this cake is not just a dessert; it’s a joyful experience that everyone will love. Serve it plain or elevate it with whipped cream, fresh fruit garnishes, or a drizzle of creamy glaze for an irresistible touch.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup butter (softened)
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- Juice and zest of 2 lemons
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries (tossed with 1 Tbs flour)
- 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×13 baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a mixer, cream together softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time.
- Mix in buttermilk and vanilla. Gradually incorporate dry ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in lemon juice, zest, and blueberries gently.
- Pour batter into the prepared dish and bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling completely before glazing with a mixture of powdered sugar and lemon juice.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 65mg