A delightful layered cake featuring blueberries and a creamy frosting, perfect for any occasion.
Preheat your oven to 325°F and grease the cake pans.
Greasing the pans thoroughly ensures the cakes release easily after baking.
In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Use room temperature butter for easier mixing and a smoother texture.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Adding eggs gradually helps maintain the emulsion for a better batter consistency.
Mix in the vanilla extract and milk.
Alternate adding wet and dry ingredients to prevent overmixing.
Gradually add the flour and mix until just combined.
Avoid overmixing to keep the cake tender.
Divide the batter evenly among the cake pans and smooth the tops.
Use a scale to ensure even layers for a professional look.
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Rotate the pans halfway through baking for even cooking.
Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
Cooling the cakes completely prevents the frosting from melting.
To make the filling, combine blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
Stir frequently to prevent the mixture from sticking to the pan.
Mix the cornstarch with a small amount of water to form a paste, then stir into the blueberry mixture until thickened.
Ensure the cornstarch is fully dissolved to avoid lumps.
Cool the blueberry filling completely before using.
Cooling the filling prevents it from melting the frosting.
For the frosting, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Use softened cream cheese for a smoother frosting.
Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of frosting, followed by blueberry filling.
Use an offset spatula for easier spreading.
Repeat with the remaining layers, then frost the top and sides of the cake.
Chill the cake briefly to set the layers before final frosting.
Chill the assembled cake for at least 2 hours before serving.
Chilling helps the flavors meld and the cake to set for easier slicing.
Serve the cake chilled and enjoy!
Garnish with fresh blueberries for an elegant touch.
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