Craving something sweet? Try this moist blueberry lemon cake! Fresh blueberries, zesty lemon, and a soft, buttery base in every bite.
There’s something magical about the combination of fresh blueberries and zesty lemon. This cake brings it all together with a burst of juicy sweetness and just the right amount of tang. It’s the kind of dessert that fits perfectly at brunch, a summer picnic, or even as a late-night treat. With its soft, buttery texture and that irresistible pop of fruit in every bite, this Blueberry Lemon Cake is bound to become a favorite. Plus, it’s so simple to whip up—you don’t need to be a pro baker to get it just right!
We are sharing tips to help you get the best results when making this recipe. If you don’t need the tips, scroll to the bottom for the full recipe and printable recipe card.
⭐ Why You’ll Love This Recipe ⭐
Perfectly Balanced Sweet and Tart Flavor: The magic of this cake lies in its balance. The blueberries bring natural sweetness, while the fresh lemon flavor adds a refreshing tang. It’s like sunshine in dessert form! If you’ve ever had a dessert that felt too sweet or too heavy, this cake is the opposite—every bite feels light, bright, and just right.
Simple Ingredients, Big Results: You don’t need a pantry full of fancy ingredients to whip this up. Most of the items, like butter, sugar, and a boxed cake mix, are probably already in your kitchen. Fresh blueberries and a splash of lemon juice are all it takes to elevate the flavor. It’s proof that sometimes, keeping it simple is the best way to go.
Foolproof and Fun to Make: You don’t need to stress about “getting it right” with this recipe—it’s practically foolproof. The instructions are super straightforward, and there’s no complicated technique involved. It’s the perfect recipe for kids to help with, or for those nights when you want something homemade without the hassle.
🧾 Ingredients
📌 Be sure to see the recipe card below for the full ingredients list with quantities and step-by-step instructions!
- Butter
- Granulated Sugar
- Fresh Lemon Juice
- Fresh Blueberries
- White Cake Mix plus the ingredients to make the cake
- Whipped Cream
🔪 How to Make Easy Lemon Blueberry Cake
Heat your oven to 350°F. Spray a 9×9 pan with nonstick spray or grease it with butter. Set the prepared pan aside for later.
Melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Once it’s melted, stir in the sugar until it dissolves. Take it off the heat and pour the mixture into the bottom of the cake pans.
Spread fresh blueberries evenly over the buttery sugar mix. Set the pan aside.
In a medium bowl, whip up the cake batter following the directions on the box. Gently pour the batter over the blueberries, making sure it covers them evenly.
Pop the pan in the oven and bake for 35-45 minutes. The cake is done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool on a wire cooling rack before serving. Add whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or your favorite topping to finish it off. Enjoy!
⭐ Pro Tips for Best Lemon Blueberry Cake Recipe ⭐
- Heat your oven to 350°F. Spray a 9×9 pan with nonstick spray or grease it with butter. Set the prepared pan aside for later.
- Melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Once it’s melted, stir in the sugar until it dissolves. Take it off the heat and pour the mixture into the bottom of the cake pans.
- Spread fresh blueberries evenly over the buttery sugar mix. Set the pan aside.
- In a medium bowl, whip up the cake batter following the directions on the box. Gently pour the batter over the blueberries, making sure it covers them evenly.
- Pop the pan in the oven and bake for 35-45 minutes. The cake is done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool on a wire cooling rack before serving. Add whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or your favorite topping to finish it off. Enjoy!
📖 Variations to Try
Who doesn’t love a dessert that’s totally customizable? One of the best things about Blueberry Lemon Cake is how easily you can tweak it.
Adding Other Fruits
Juicy blueberries are undeniably delicious, but why stop there? Swapping or adding different fruits can completely transform your cake while keeping that same magical balance of sweetness and tang. Here are a few ideas to get you started:
- Raspberries: These little bursts of tartness pair beautifully with lemon and give the cake a vibrant pop of color.
- Blackberries: Slightly sweeter than raspberries, blackberries add a rich, juicy touch to the cake.
- Mixed Berries: Can’t decide which fruit to use? Go with a mix! A combination of blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries brings variety in every bite.
Transforming it into Cupcakes
Love the idea of single servings? Turn your fluffy lemon cake into cupcakes for perfectly portioned treats that are great for parties, school lunches, or sharing with friends.
Prepare the batter as usual. Line a cupcake tin. Since cupcakes bake faster, you need to adjust the baking time. set your oven to 350°F and bake for about 18–22 minutes. Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting with cream cheese frosting or drizzling them with lemon glaze. A dollop of whipped cream makes a simple, elegant finish.
More Lemon Flavor
If you want more lemon flavor, you can also add fresh lemon zest to the batter. You can also add lemon extract to the batter.
Layer Cake
If you prefer a lemon blueberry layer cake you want to use 6-inch pans. I would fill the center with a light frosting, either cream cheese or a shipped cream frosting.
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Blueberry Lemon Cake Recipe
Ingredients
- ¼ Cup Butter
- ½ Cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 TSP Lemon Juice
- 2 Cup Fresh Blueberries
- 19 oz White Cake Mix made according to directions on box
- Whipped Cream to serve
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°.
- Prepare a 9×9 cake pan with nonstick cooking spray or butter and set aside.
- In a small saucepan, melt butter. Once the butter has melted, add the sugar and stir until dissolved, remove from the heat and pour into the bottom of your prepared baking dish.
- Next, top with fresh blueberries, and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, prepare the cake batter according to the directions on the packaging. Pour carefully over the blueberries in an even layer.
- Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until a toothpick is inserted into the center of the cake, comes out clean. Allow it to cool on a wire rack before serving.
- Top with whipped cream, vanilla ice cream or any of your other favorite toppings.
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