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Layered Blueberry Chocolate Cake

Layered Blueberry Chocolate Cake That Will Wow Your Guests

A stunning Layered Blueberry Chocolate Cake featuring rich chocolate and zesty blueberry lemon frosting that delights every palate.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 34 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 4 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Ensure it’s sifted to avoid lumps.
  • 1.5 cups white granulated sugar Add sweetness and moisture.
  • 0.75 cups Dutch process cocoa powder Imparts a rich chocolate flavor.
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder Helps the cake rise beautifully.
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoons salt Enhances flavor.
  • 0.5 cups canola oil Adds moisture and richness.
  • 2 large eggs Essential for binding.
  • 1 cup Lifeway Kefir Plain Whole Milk Adds moisture with slight tang.
  • 1 cups hot water Activates cocoa powder.
For the Blueberry Puree
  • 2 cups blueberries Fresh or frozen.
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice Brightens blueberry flavor.
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Key for creamy texture.
  • 4 cups powdered sugar Adds sweetness and structure.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest Elevates flavor.
  • 0.25 cups heavy cream Provides richness.
For the Chocolate Drip
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Key for the chocolate drip.
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries For decoration.
  • 1 cup blackberries For decoration.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Cake pans
  • Handheld blender
  • Saucepan
  • whisk

Method
 

Layered Blueberry Chocolate Cake Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare three 8-inch cake pans by greasing and lining them with parchment paper.
  2. Sift together all-purpose flour, Dutch process cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Whisk together canola oil, large eggs, Lifeway Kefir, and vanilla extract, then incorporate hot water until fully blended.
  4. Combine the wet and dry mixtures, folding gently without overmixing.
  5. Divide the batter among the prepared pans and bake for 28–34 minutes.
  6. Prepare blueberry puree by cooking blueberries and lemon juice until softened, then blend until smooth.
  7. Beat unsalted butter until creamy, then add powdered sugar, lemon zest, and blueberry puree, finishing with heavy cream.
  8. Make chocolate drip by heating heavy cream and pouring it over chocolate chips, stirring until smooth.
  9. Assemble the cake by layering frosting between the cooled cake layers, then coat the outside.
  10. Drizzle the chocolate over the cake and decorate with fresh blueberries and blackberries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Cool cake layers completely before frosting. Can substitute blueberries with raspberries for variations.

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