Blueberry Crumble Coffee Cake
A delightful dessert that combines the sweet-tart flavor of fresh blueberries with a crumbly topping, perfect for brunch or an afternoon coffee break.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 300kcal
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened to creamy perfection
- 1 cup granulated sugar adding just the right amount of sweetness
- 2 large eggs providing richness
- 1 tsp vanilla extract that enhances the flavor profile
- 1 cup sour cream for moisture and tang
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour the foundation of your cake
- 1 tsp baking powder to help it rise
- 1/2 tsp baking soda for leavening
- 1/4 tsp salt to balance flavors
- 1 1/4 cups fresh blueberries lightly dusted with flour for even distribution
For the Crumble Topping
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour for the crumble topping
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar for crumble topping
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter cold and cubed for crumble topping
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon optional, for crumble topping
Instructions
Preparation
- In a small bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, and if desired, cinnamon. Add the cold, cubed butter and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to work it into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract followed by the sour cream until everything is blended smoothly.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add these dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until combined.
- Gently fold the floured blueberries into the batter.
- Spoon the blueberry-filled batter into a greased bundt or tube pan, making sure to smooth it out evenly.
- Generously sprinkle the crumble topping over the batter.
Baking
- Bake your coffee cake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 45-50 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let it cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
Notes
Ensure your ingredients are at room temperature for the best mixing results. You can use frozen blueberries to save time and enhance the flavor by adding a pinch of lemon zest to the batter.