Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Cake with Creamy Layers
Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Cake features moist lemon cake layers, a rich and creamy cheesecake filling, vibrant blueberry compote, and fluffy cream cheese frosting. This elegant layered dessert combines tart citrus, sweet berries, and creamy textures for a show-stopping cake perfect for celebrations or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-50 minutes (cake and cheesecake)
- Total Time: ~3 hours
- Yield: Serves 10-12
- Category: Dessert, Layer Cake, Cheesecake
- Method: Baking and assembling layered cake
- Cuisine: American, Celebration Desserts
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Lemon Cake Layers:
1 box lemon cake mix (plus ingredients per box)
Zest of 1 lemon
Cheesecake Layer:
16 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
Blueberry Filling:
1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
2 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tsp water
Creamy Frosting:
1 cup heavy whipping cream
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
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Preheat oven as directed on cake mix box. Prepare lemon cake batter adding lemon zest. Bake in two greased 8-inch pans; cool completely.
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Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla. Pour into greased 9-inch springform pan. Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 35-40 minutes until set but slightly jiggly. Cool completely.
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For blueberry filling, cook blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice over medium heat until juice releases (~5 mins). Stir in cornstarch mixture; cook 1-2 minutes until thickened. Cool.
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Whip heavy cream to stiff peaks. Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Fold whipped cream gently into cream cheese mixture.
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Assemble: place one lemon cake layer on serving plate, spread cheesecake layer, spoon blueberry filling evenly, then top with second cake layer.
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Frost entire cake with creamy frosting. Chill at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
Use mixed berries instead of blueberries for variation.
Add lemon curd between layers for extra lemon flavor.
Garnish with fresh blueberries and lemon zest.
Use gluten-free cake mix for gluten-free option.
Swap frosting for whipped mascarpone for different texture.
