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    Home » Recipes » Desserts and Sweet Treats

    Gluten Free Lemon Cake with Blueberry Frosting

    Published: Mar 2, 2012 · Updated: Aug 17, 2021 · by Nicole · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Gluten Free Lemon Cake

    My favorite Lemon Cake with Blueberry Frosting is so simple to prepare, and gluten free too! This delicious cake is perfect for summer.

    Gluten Free Lemon Cake with Blueberry Frosting

    Lemons are kitchen essential I am never without. I use lemons in everything - from pastas, soups, cakes, tarts and drinks.

    The zing that they add always reminds me of summer, even when it's cold and wet outside. So with my love of lemons, and having made Nigella's Chocolate Orange Cake again recently I pondered a lemon version.

    The very next day I gave it a go and it worked out beautifully. As much as I love the chocolate orange version (which incidentally is one of my favorite cakes) this is now one of my favourite lemon cakes.

    The wonderful thing about this Lemon Cake, is the fact it's so simple to prepare. Everything is simply blitzed in the food processor!

    And it's gluten free too. If you are on a gluten free diet this is one delicious cake you eat!

    For my lemon version of this cake I opted against using store bought almond meal and made my own.

    It's simple to do, and it also gives you control over the resulting texture.

    Want a fine powder? Simply grind them more. Want something a little chunky? Stop a little earlier.

    For this cake I went for an almond meal that was a little chunky, but that's one of the things I enjoyed about this cake because it gives a really nice texture.

    Gluten Free Lemon Cake

    To decorate the cake I whipped up a simple blueberry frosting.

    Blueberries and lemons go so well together! I love blueberries with lemon pancakes, and this Lemon-Blueberry Yogurt Cake too.

    And while I could have gone for lemon on lemon, I love the purple hue that the blueberries give the frosting.  

    So if you are thinking of baking a cake to celebrate the weekend I hope you will give this beautiful but simple lemon cake a go.

    gluten free Lemon Cake recipe
    Gluten Free Lemon Cake

    Gluten Free Lemon Cake with Blueberry Frosting

    Adapted from Nigella Lawson's Chocolate Orange Cake from Feast.  Note due to cooking the lemons this cake has more of a bitter lemon flavour than the fresh zing of lemon. It's not your traditional sweet lemon cake. 
    4.78 from 9 votes
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: Dessert, gluten free
    Keyword: gluten free cake, Gluten Free Lemon Cake with Blueberry Frosting, lemon cake recipe
    Total Time: 45 minutes
    Calories: 558kcal
    Author: Delicious Everyday
    10 slices

    Ingredients

    • 3 lemons weighing approximately 375g
    • 6 eggs
    • 1 teaspoon heaped of baking powder
    • ½ teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda
    • 250 g of ground almonds
    • 250 g of caster sugar
    • BLUEBERRY FROSTING
    • 150 g of butter at room temperature
    • 3 ½ cups of icing sugar
    • ¼ cup of pureed blueberries
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    Instructions

    • Put the lemons in a saucepan with cold water and bring to the boil before reducing the heat and simmering for 2 hours, or until soft. Drain the water and set aside to cool. When cool, cut the lemons in half and remove any large seeds.
    • Grease a 20cm springform pan and preheat the oven to 180 Celsius (350 Fahrenheit).
    • Pulp the lemon in a food processor before adding the eggs, baking powder, bicarbonate of soda, almonds and sugar and processing until you have a smooth batter.
    • Pour the batter into the springform pan and bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour. Check after 40 minutes to ensure the top is not cooking too much, if so simply cover with foil.
    • Let the cake cool in the tin before removing.
    • To make the frosting add the butter to the bowl of a mixer fitted with a paddle attachment and beat until pale and creamy. Reduce the speed to it's lowest setting and gradually add the icing sugar. Finally add the pureed blueberries and mix until combined.
    • To decorate the cake smooth over a crumb coating and refrigerate until set before smoothing over another layer of the frosting.

    Nutrition (Estimated)

    Calories: 558kcalCarbohydrates: 76gProtein: 9gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 201mgPotassium: 125mgFiber: 3gSugar: 68gVitamin A: 525IUVitamin C: 17.6mgCalcium: 97mgIron: 1.7mg
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    Comments

    1. Samantha says

      May 24, 2016 at 10:17 am

      Is the frosting gluten free, too?

      Reply
      • Nicole @ Delicious Everyday says

        May 24, 2016 at 4:46 pm

        The frosting is gluten free as long as you use a gluten free powdered sugar (or icing sugar as we call it here in Australia). You might need to check the label of the powdered sugar to ensure it is gluten free. Some brands use starch, usually cornstarch, to prevent it from clumping, but others might use something else. I hope that helps 🙂

        Reply
    2. Radhika@Just Homemade says

      February 21, 2013 at 11:06 pm

      LOvely lemon cake and Yay! Jenn on the nominations..

      Reply
    3. Gina Chun says

      January 21, 2013 at 9:20 am

      What is bicarbonate of soda? Is that like baking soda?

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        January 21, 2013 at 9:27 am

        Yes, bicarbonate of soda is the same as baking soda 😀

        Reply
    4. Tanya says

      March 31, 2012 at 4:35 am

      I am about to make this cake and feel a little silly for asking this but do I use the entire lemon, skin and all? Or do I peel the lemons and then boil them?
      Thanks!

      Reply
      • delicieux says

        April 02, 2012 at 3:32 pm

        Hi Tanya,

        Yes, you use the whole lemon, skin and all. 😀

        Reply
    5. Connie says

      March 12, 2012 at 11:07 pm

      5 stars
      OMG, another sweet-loving vegetarian? YEA! And this cake? Divine! Thank you!

      Reply
    6. muppy says

      March 06, 2012 at 9:54 am

      you've managed to make a cake look wholesome!

      Reply
    7. FiSh says

      March 05, 2012 at 10:29 pm

      the blueberry frosting makes the cake looks especially good! sweet and sour, oh so appetizing

      Latest: Penang Food Festival

      Reply
    8. Gourmantine says

      March 05, 2012 at 4:02 am

      5 stars
      This is such a beautiful cake and the frosting sounds beyond delicious! Your photography is just stunning I'm not at all surprised you've been nominated! 🙂

      Reply
    9. Kiran @ KiranTarun.com says

      March 05, 2012 at 4:53 pm

      I love Nigella's creation. They are often so yummy!

      Love this recipe, Jen. And that icing?!? Oh! I want to face-plant in it.

      Reply
      • delicieux says

        March 05, 2012 at 9:28 pm

        Haha a face full of blueberry icing would be fun 😀

        Reply
    10. Thanh @ eat, little bird says

      March 04, 2012 at 9:49 pm

      I also love this lemon cake from Nigella! Though, I've never tried it with a frosting but it sounds lovely with the blueberries.

      Reply
    11. Amy says

      March 04, 2012 at 9:41 pm

      Lemons and blueberries and it's gluten free! It's like you designed a cake especially for me.
      There are some lemons in my fruit bowl that are about to be very lucky 🙂

      Reply
    12. Von says

      March 04, 2012 at 9:11 pm

      Congratulations on your nomination!! 😀
      I love the purple colour of the frosting too- when I saw the first picture, I thought it was a blueberry mousse cake or something like that 😉 The combination of blueberries and lemon sounds really nice though- and the cake sounds amazing too!

      Reply
      • delicieux says

        March 06, 2012 at 7:19 pm

        Thanks Von 😀

        Reply
    13. Asmita says

      March 04, 2012 at 2:35 pm

      Lemon and blueberry is one the best combinations ever. Love this cake , looks amazing!!!

      Reply
    14. Mel says

      March 03, 2012 at 6:57 pm

      Well have just whipped up this cake as I love lemons. Was very excited to cut a slice however cake was very bitter and left an after taste. even the sweetness of the icing couldn't cut through it. very disappointed. not sure what went wrong

      Reply
    15. Vijitha says

      March 03, 2012 at 5:06 pm

      Such a stunning picture and the cake looks extremely addictive. Please pass me a slab!

      Reply
    16. Moya says

      March 03, 2012 at 4:41 pm

      Jennifer, love that you ground your own almonds for added texture... that cake looks really yummy with the blueberry frosting. Have made a similar cake base using oranges instead of the lemons. Nice to have a gluten free choice! Congratulations on your nomination (love the photographs) and I always thought your blog looked great! 🙂

      Reply
    17. Liz says

      March 02, 2012 at 10:28 pm

      5 stars
      Such a stunning cake! And your blueberry buttercream sounds like an amazing match for the lemon cake....mmmmmmm.

      Reply
    18. Amanda says

      March 03, 2012 at 9:14 am

      Love the mini-makeover Jen, and the cake!
      And huge congratulations on your nomination - I've put my vote in for you!
      xxx

      Reply
      • delicieux says

        March 03, 2012 at 9:55 am

        Thank you so much Amanda 🙂 You are such a great friend.

        Reply
    19. Sonyanijntje says

      March 03, 2012 at 8:35 am

      It has already been said a few times, but I'm gonna say it again: It looks so nice! The frosting is beautiful! With little blueberrychunks in it 🙂
      This colourful frosting makes the cake look happy :D, and you'll probably get happy by eating it too ;).

      Reply
      • delicieux says

        March 03, 2012 at 9:49 am

        Thank you so much Sonyanijntje 🙂

        Reply
    20. Carolyn says

      March 03, 2012 at 7:35 am

      That. Is. GORGEOUS. What a wonderful, delicious cake.

      Reply
    21. Baker Street says

      March 02, 2012 at 4:30 pm

      5 stars
      Using almond flour gives the cake a lovely texture. the blueberry frosting is to die for!

      Ooh. I'm loving the new layout too. 🙂

      Reply
      • delicieux says

        March 03, 2012 at 9:50 am

        Thank you! 😀

        Reply
    22. Sarah says

      March 03, 2012 at 7:02 am

      This is so pretty, love your photography too. I love lemons, always put a squeeze in just about every dish!

      Reply
    23. Carole says

      March 03, 2012 at 4:10 am

      5 stars
      Gorgeous photos! I like lemon and blueberries so will probably make this.
      Love the new design too. 🙂

      Reply
      • delicieux says

        March 03, 2012 at 9:55 am

        Thank you for your feedback Carole 🙂 I'm happy with the updated design for the moment.

        Reply
    24. Deb says

      March 03, 2012 at 2:21 am

      What a lovely cake! Pairing almond flour with lemons and blueberries is a delightful combination.
      I will try your recipe as Mr. R favors blueberries whereas I adore citrus. Great post!

      Reply
    25. Kiri W. says

      March 03, 2012 at 2:05 am

      That must be some of the prettiest frosting I have seen in a while. Looks like a lovely, subtle cake 🙂

      Reply
      • delicieux says

        March 03, 2012 at 9:54 am

        Thank you Kiri 🙂 Beautiful and simple, 2 of my favourite things.

        Reply
    26. Choc Chip Uru says

      March 02, 2012 at 11:19 pm

      What a beautifully simple but effective cake - bursting with flavour!! You are most talented!

      Reply
    27. Daisy@Nevertoosweet says

      March 02, 2012 at 6:30 pm

      4 stars
      Ohhhh I revamp of Nigella's cake 😉 I love that recipe too hehe because I love chocolate and orange. But I totally agree lemon and blueberries go so well with each other ~ hahaha i tried to make lemon and blueberry scones but I didn't have any blueberries 🙂 But like you I always have lemon at home ~

      Thanks for sharing this recipe! Can't wait to try soon 😀

      Reply
    28. thelittleloaf says

      March 02, 2012 at 6:13 pm

      This is so pretty and I love love LOVE the blueberry frosting - don't think I've seen that before. Almond flour always adds such lovely moisture to a cake too...gorgeous!

      Reply
    29. Emily (Adeline & Lumiere) says

      March 02, 2012 at 5:35 pm

      How do you get your cakes to look so amazing every single time? This cake looks amazing! I must try some more gluten free recipes.

      Reply
      • delicieux says

        March 02, 2012 at 6:48 pm

        Awww you are so sweet. Too sweet. I definitely need to work on my frosting techniques. I don't know how some people get their cakes so beautiful smooth.

        Reply
    30. Rosa says

      March 02, 2012 at 5:11 pm

      A heavenly cake and flavor combination! I'd love to come by to have tea at your place. 😉

      Cheers,

      Rosa

      Reply
    31. tania@mykitchenstories.com.au says

      March 02, 2012 at 5:04 pm

      Wow this is gluten free?. It looks fantastic. I have made this cake with mandarins but never lemons great idea .

      Reply
      • delicieux says

        March 03, 2012 at 9:52 am

        A mandarin version is a lovely idea too. I'll have to try that 🙂

        Reply
    32. Jas (the gluten free scallywag) says

      March 02, 2012 at 4:41 pm

      oh this looks so scrumdiddlyumptious and the colour of the frosting is so pretty! Another one for future baking.

      Reply
    33. kankana says

      March 02, 2012 at 3:40 pm

      Such a pretty color! I love lemon cake and what I like most is that it can be prepped in absolutely no minute 🙂

      Reply
    34. Marina@cowboycountryvegetarian says

      March 02, 2012 at 2:49 pm

      Lovely post! Award winning cake!

      Reply
    35. Laura (Tutti Dolci) says

      March 02, 2012 at 2:41 pm

      Beautiful! I love lemons with blueberries - I just used that combination myself.

      Reply
    36. cc11 says

      March 02, 2012 at 2:30 pm

      I like the cleaner look 🙂

      And that cake looks gorgeous, what a lovely lilac shade

      Reply
      • delicieux says

        March 03, 2012 at 9:52 am

        Thank you cc11 😀

        Reply
    37. Kim Bee says

      March 02, 2012 at 1:46 pm

      The site looks fantastic. So does this cake. I would love a slice of this right now. Lemons sure are a special ingredient. I love having them on hand. Although meyers eluded me this year.

      Reply
      • delicieux says

        March 02, 2012 at 2:46 pm

        Thanks Kim 🙂 I'd love to get my hands on some meyer lemons one day.

        Reply
    38. Sneh | Cook Republic says

      March 02, 2012 at 1:36 pm

      This is such a beautiful cake Jen! Love the colours 🙂

      Reply
    39. Anna @ the shady pine says

      March 02, 2012 at 1:16 pm

      I love the colour of the frosting...so pretty! An impressive looking cake that ounds delicious to boot!

      Reply
      • delicieux says

        March 02, 2012 at 2:45 pm

        Thanks Anna 🙂 I love the frosting too.

        Reply

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