Blueberry Citrus Cake Recipe

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“My husband and I grow blueberries for market-and this cake is my favorite way to use them. Our fresh berries are enhanced by the light, citrusy frosting. I bring this beauty to all potlucks." —Shirley M. Cooper, Salemburg, North Carolina

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Blueberry Citrus Cake Recipe
  • Prep: 40 min. Bake: 20 min. + cooling
  • Yield: 12 Servings
40 20 60

Ingredients

  • 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 1/3 cup canola oil
  • 1-1/2 cups fresh blueberries
  • 1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
  • 1 tablespoon grated orange peel
  • CITRUS FROSTING:
  • 1 package (3 ounces) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup butter, softened
  • 3 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice
  • 2 teaspoons grated orange peel
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
  • 2 cups whipped topping

Directions

  • In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, orange juice and oil; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. Fold in blueberries and peels. Pour into two greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans.
  • Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.
  • For frosting, in a small bowl, combine cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Add the confectioners' sugar, orange juice and peels; beat until blended. Fold in whipped topping.
  • Spread frosting between layers and over the top and sides of cake. Refrigerate until serving. Yield: 12 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 slice equals 472 calories, 19 g fat (9 g saturated fat), 71 mg cholesterol, 347 mg sodium, 73 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 3 g protein.

Originally published as Blueberry Citrus Cake in Country Woman June/July 2008, p35

Sweet White Wine

Enjoy this recipe with a sweet white wine such as Moscato or a sweet Riesling.

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Reviewed on May. 20, 2013 by SheriAileen

This was the best cake I have ever made and ever tasted. There were 5 adults and not one piece was left. Everyone loved it.

Reviewed on Sep. 04, 2012 by bholme43

I added crushed pineapple (drained) to the icing. My family loved it!!!!

Reviewed on Jun. 24, 2012 by Hollyk7

Great recipe!!! Really tasty and such easy ingredients! Everyone was very impressed by this cake and there was definitely none left over! :)

Reviewed on Dec. 21, 2011 by lthur714

I made this cake for my husband's birthday. Everyone's reaction was OMG! OMG! It is the ONLY cake I've ever made that was completely GONE at the end of the meal. We gave a piece to our neighbor and hedidn't even wait for a fork before he dug in. This cake is very light and flavorful. Very, very good. My daughter requested it for her birthday, too, so we'll be enjoying it again soon.

Reviewed on May. 31, 2011 by bethstrick

Very light and refreshing! My family LOVED it. Great for summer gatherings.

Reviewed on May. 27, 2011 by Rettarican

Can I use a white cake mix with this recipe?

Reviewed on Sep. 22, 2010 by greenmountain

I made this for a Labor Day gathering. It was BIG hit, with requests to make it again. I made it in a 9x13" cake pan, adjusting the baking time to a little less than what was on the box mix. I made and used the entire frosting recipe. It really was a delicious dessert!

Reviewed on Sep. 02, 2010 by kmarket

This has become my all-time favorite cake recipe. Quick and easy to prepare--- and yes, I use frozen (unthawed) blueberries all the time. Simply the best!!

Reviewed on Jul. 22, 2010 by bdstickles

I'd love to try this recipe, but does anyone know how frozen blueberries would work in it? Should they be thawed or left frozen? Thanks

Reviewed on Apr. 01, 2010 by AngieRae24

Delicious!

Reviewed on Sep. 03, 2009 by susieq111

This Cake is amazing. As a Blueberry lover from way back I'm always looking for recipes and this one is a keeper.

susieq11

Reviewed on Jun. 04, 2009 by mjmolinari

Blue Berry Citrus Cake

I made this last weekend. It was so light and full of flavor.

Some people didn't like blueberrys and wouldn't try it. I think I will make it next time with out the blueberrys. Even though I had serveral request for the recipe. I loved it!

MJM

Reviewed on Jun. 02, 2009 by quiltb

This cake is VERY moist and is not really finely textured - the taste is ok but I prefer a finer texture

Reviewed on May. 28, 2009 by Hecdtnr

What is the equivalent ,in Canada , to your Domino or C&H pure cane dark brown sugar, the granulated is your regular white . How about the powdered sugar , is that the icing sugar or the very fine granulated sugar?

Reviewed on May. 28, 2009 by npp3512007

Yes, 13 X 9 will work fine. You might have too much frosting since you will be putting frosting over only the top. Use leftover frosting between 2 graham cracker squares as a snack or treat for the kid. Yum!

Reviewed on May. 28, 2009 by Joscy

I would like to try this. My family prefers sheet cake (13x9x2) over layer cake. Would I get same results using 13x9x2 inch baking dish or is it not recommended. Thank you. Joscy

 
 

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