Lemon Blueberry Cake Icing
Ingredients:
200 g of cream cheese, softened
50 g of unsalted butter, softened
250 g of powdered sugar, sifted
1–2 tablespoons of lemon juice (to taste)
Zest of one lemon
Optional: A few blueberries for decoration
Instructions for the Cake:
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the soft butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
Add Eggs: Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Incorporate Yogurt and Flavorings: Mix in the yogurt (or liquid cream), lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until combined.
Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
Add Blueberries: Gently fold in fresh or frozen blueberries (about 1 cup), being careful not to overmix.
Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Instructions for the Icing:
Blend Ingredients: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth.
Add Sugar and Flavoring: Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing at low speed until well combined. Add lemon juice and zest, and mix until smooth and creamy.
Adjust Texture: If the icing is too thick, add a little more lemon juice or a teaspoon of milk to reach your desired consistency.
Frost the Cake: Once the cake is completely cool, use a spatula to spread the icing over the top of the cake.
Decorate: If desired, top the cake with a few fresh blueberries for decoration.
Serving:
Slice the cake and serve it with a cup of tea or coffee, and enjoy the bright lemon and blueberry flavors!
Feel free to adjust the level of sweetness in the icing and the amount of blueberries according to your taste. Enjoy your baking!