A stunning layered dessert combining moist lemon cake, creamy cheesecake, and juicy blueberries!
Ingredients:
For the Cheesecake Layer:
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16 oz (2 blocks) cream cheese, softened
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½ cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs, room temperature
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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½ cup sour cream
For the Lemon Cake Layers:
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 ½ tsp baking powder
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½ tsp salt
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 tbsp lemon zest
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¼ cup lemon juice
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½ cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tsp vinegar)
For the Blueberry Swirl & Topping:
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1 ½ cups fresh or frozen blueberries
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2 tbsp sugar
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1 tsp cornstarch (mixed with 1 tsp water)
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1 tbsp lemon juice
For the Frosting (Optional):
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1 ½ cups whipped cream or cream cheese frosting
Instructions:
1. Bake the Cheesecake Layer (First!):
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Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment.
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Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla and sour cream.
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Pour into the pan and bake for 30–35 mins until set but jiggly. Cool completely, then freeze.
2. Make the Lemon Cake Layers:
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Increase oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round pans.
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Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs, lemon zest, and juice.
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Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk. Divide batter between pans.
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Bake for 20–25 mins until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool.
3. Prepare the Blueberry Swirl:
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Cook blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice over medium heat until bubbly. Add cornstarch slurry and simmer until thickened (~3 mins). Cool.
4. Assemble the Cake:
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Layer 1: Place one lemon cake on a plate. Spread with half the blueberry sauce.
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Layer 2: Add the frozen cheesecake layer (trim if needed).
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Layer 3: Top with the second cake. Frost with whipped cream and drizzle remaining blueberry sauce.
5. Chill & Serve:
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Refrigerate for 4+ hours (or overnight) before slicing. Garnish with fresh blueberries and lemon slices.
Tips:
🍋 Zest first, then juice your lemons for maximum flavor!
💜 No fresh blueberries? Use jam (heat ½ cup with 1 tbsp water).
❄️ Freeze the cheesecake layer for easier handling.
This showstopper is tangy, creamy, and bursting with berries—perfect for birthdays or summer parties!