Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Cake

Step into the vibrant seasons of spring and summer with the perfect blend of tart lemon and luscious blueberries in our Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Cake. This delightful treat combines the richness of blueberry cheesecake, the moistness of lemon-flavored cake, and the sweet-tangy allure of lemon cream cheese frosting. It's not just a cake; it's a celebration of flavors and textures that will elevate any occasion. Before you dive into creating this masterpiece, be sure to check out my Blueberry Cheesecake Crumb Cake for another tempting experience!

Ingredients:

Blueberry Cheesecake:

• ½ cup fresh blueberries
• 16 ounces cream cheese, ice-cold
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon vanilla
• 2 eggs + 1 egg yolk (room temperature)
• ¼ cup sour cream
• ¼ cup heavy cream

Blueberry and Lemon Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons corn starch
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• ⅓ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
• 2 ½ cups sugar
• 2 eggs + 1 egg white
• ½ teaspoon vanilla powder
• ½ teaspoon lemon flavor
• ½ cup milk
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 ½ cups fresh blueberries (do not thaw if using frozen)
• 3-4 teaspoons flour (to mix with blueberries)

Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 12 ounces full-fat brick-style cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 3-4 cups powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons vanilla flavor
• 1 teaspoon lemon peel

Garnish:

• Lemon wedges
• Fresh blueberries

Instructions:

1. Blueberry Cheesecake:

• Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease an 8-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
• Wrap the pan with heavy-duty aluminum foil to prevent water from entering during the water bath.
• In a food processor, pulse blueberries and cream cheese until smooth. Transfer to a mixing bowl.
• Mix in flour, sugar, and vanilla until smooth and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then incorporate sour cream and heavy cream.
• Place the pan in a water bath and bake for 40-45 minutes until the center is set. Allow to cool, then refrigerate for a few hours or overnight.

2. Blueberry and Lemon Cake:

• Preheat the oven to 350°F. Butter and flour two 8-inch round cake pans, lining the bottoms with parchment squares.
• In a bowl, combine flour, corn starch, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
• Curdle milk with lemon juice. Set aside.
• Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs and mix, then incorporate vanilla and lemon zest.
• Alternate adding flour mixture and milk mixture to the batter, mixing gently. Fold in blueberries coated with flour.
• Divide batter evenly between pans and bake for 30-35 minutes. Cool in pans for 10-15 minutes, then transfer to wire racks.

3. Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting:

• Blend softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add lemon juice, vanilla, and salt. Mix until well combined.
• Gradually add powdered sugar until desired sweetness and thickness. Beat until smooth.

4. Assembling the Cake:

• Spread a thin layer of lemon cream cheese frosting on one cake layer.
• Place the blueberry cheesecake layer on top and add another thin layer of frosting.
• Finally, add the second cake layer and frost the entire cake. Decorate with lemon wedges and fresh blueberries.
• Refrigerate for at least 45 minutes before cutting to prevent crumbling.

5. Tips and Advice:

• Use ripe, fresh blueberries for an extra burst of flavor.
• Adjust sweetness and thickness of frosting by controlling the amount of powdered sugar.
• Decorate with lemon pieces and fresh blueberries for a visually appealing presentation.

Our Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Cake is a celebration of spring and summer flavors, making it an ideal treat for any occasion. Don't be fooled by the lengthy list of ingredients and steps; this delightful creation is easier to make than it seems. The combination of blueberry cheesecake, lemon cake, and cream cheese frosting will make this cake the star of any gathering. Save this recipe and indulge in the sweet, tangy, and moist goodness that defines this delectable dessert. Enjoy every slice!