Blueberry Lemon Mascarpone Cake
This Blueberry Lemon Mascarpone Cake is a light, moist, and flavorful dessert that perfectly blends fresh blueberries, zesty lemon, and rich mascarpone cheese. The creamy mascarpone frosting adds an indulgent touch, making this cake a standout treat for spring and summer gatherings, birthdays, or any special occasion. With its balance of sweetness and tanginess, this cake is both refreshing and decadent!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 10-12 slices
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup mascarpone cheese
- ½ cup whole milk
- 2 cups fresh blueberries (tossed in 1 tbsp flour)
For the Lemon Mascarpone Frosting:
- 8 oz mascarpone cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream Butter & Sugar: In a separate bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs & Mascarpone: Beat in eggs one at a time, then add lemon zest, vanilla extract, and mascarpone cheese.
- Combine Wet & Dry Ingredients: Alternate adding the dry ingredients and milk, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in Blueberries: Toss blueberries with flour and gently fold them into the batter.
- Bake: Divide batter evenly between the cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Prepare Frosting: Beat mascarpone cheese and butter together. Gradually add powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Assemble Cake: Once cakes are fully cooled, spread frosting between layers and on top.
- Serve & Enjoy: Garnish with extra blueberries and lemon zest before serving.
Notes
- Berry Options: Swap blueberries with raspberries or blackberries for a different flavor.
- Dairy-Free Version: Use dairy-free mascarpone and butter alternatives.
- Gluten-Free Option: Substitute all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
