Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare two round 9-inch cake pans by greasing them and lining the bottoms with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy — about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in the sour cream and vanilla extract, blending until smooth.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in the blueberries and lemon zest, being careful not to overmix.
- Evenly divide the batter between the prepared cake pans.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove from the pans and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Assembly
- Once cooled, layer your cakes with your favorite cheesecake filling or a simple cream cheese frosting if you prefer.
- Slice, serve, and watch your loved ones light up with joy!
Notes
For a lighter version, consider using Greek yogurt in place of sour cream. Don’t skip the cooling process; it’s essential for assembling without melting the frosting.
