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Lemon Blueberry Sheet Cake

Lemon Blueberry Sheet Cake - Brighten Your Day with Every Slice

This Lemon Blueberry Sheet Cake combines zesty lemon and sweet blueberries for a delightful dessert that's perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour substitute gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder ensure it's gluten-free if needed
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter use vegan butter for a vegan option
  • 3 Large Eggs or substitute with flaxseed meal or applesauce for vegan
  • 1 cup Whole Milk or any plant-based version for vegan
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Zest use fresh rather than bottled
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice use fresh for the best taste
  • 2 cups Fresh Blueberries frozen can alter texture slightly

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until combined.
  3. Beat the softened butter into the dry ingredients until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  4. Add the eggs and lemon zest, mixing until well combined, about 1 to 2 minutes.
  5. Pour in milk, lemon juice, and vanilla extract, mixing gently until just combined.
  6. Fold in the blueberries carefully to prevent breaking.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Optional: Drizzle with a lemon glaze made from powdered sugar and lemon juice before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, measure ingredients accurately and use fresh blueberries for optimal flavor.

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