Description
This moist and fluffy lemon blueberry sheet cake is bursting with citrus flavor and fresh berries. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a sweet afternoon treat, it’s topped with a tangy lemon glaze for the perfect finishing touch.
Ingredients
Cake:
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1 1/4 teaspoons salt
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1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
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1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
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Juice and zest of 2 lemons (about 1/4 cup juice)
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4 large eggs
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1 cup buttermilk
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries, tossed with 1 tablespoon flour
Glaze:
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2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
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1/3 cup lemon juice
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and line it with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the long sides for easy removal.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
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In a large mixing bowl or stand mixer, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and buttermilk until fully combined.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until no flour streaks remain.
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Stir in the lemon juice and zest. Gently fold in the blueberries using a spatula.
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Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs.
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Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan or lift it out using the parchment overhang.
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To make the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Drizzle evenly over the cooled cake. Let the glaze set before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16
- Calories: Approx. 340 per serving