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Lemon Blackberry Cake

Lemon Blackberry Cake
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Experience bliss with our Lemon Blackberry Cake—a zesty delight that’s perfect for celebrations! Try this recipe today for unforgettable flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cake flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons poppy seeds
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 4 tablespoons lemon zest
  • 1 ¼ cups buttermilk
  • 5 large egg whites
  • ½ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 10 tablespoons cream cheese (room temperature)
  • 1 ½ cups unsalted butter (for frosting)
  • 6–7 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 cup fresh blackberries

Instructions

  1. Soak poppy seeds in hot water for approximately 10 minutes; drain.
  2. In a bowl, mix cake flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
  3. Cream together butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Gradually add egg whites, mixing until well incorporated.
  5. Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk to the batter.
  6. Stir in lemon zest and juice, followed by soaked poppy seeds.
  7. Bake in preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 25–30 minutes.
  8. Prepare the lemon syrup by dissolving sugar in heated lemon juice; soak cooled cake layers.
  9. For frosting, beat together cream cheese and butter; gradually add powdered sugar and blackberry puree.
  10. Assemble the cake with layers of blackberry buttercream between each layer; frost the top and sides.

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