Classic Blueberry Buckle is a delightfully moist cake that’s topped with a sweet, crunchy streusel and bursting with fresh blueberries. It’s not overly sweet, making it a perfect dessert or brunch treat. If you’re looking for a comforting and delicious cake that’s easy to make, you’ve come to the right place.
The combination of tender cake, juicy blueberries, and crunchy topping creates a delightful contrast that’s sure to please everyone. Even if you’re not a huge fan of blueberries, this cake will win you over with its irresistible flavor and texture.
Kitchen Equipment Needed:
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer or whisk
- 9-inch square baking dish
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spatula
- Oven
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 cups fresh blueberries (or frozen, if fresh are not available)
For the Streusel Topping:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
Directions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9-inch square baking dish.
- Prepare the Cake Batter:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, and beat until well combined.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, and mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the blueberries.
- Make the Streusel Topping:
- In a small bowl, combine the sugar, flour, and cinnamon.
- Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Assemble and Bake:
- Pour the batter into the greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Serve:
- Let the blueberry buckle cool in the baking dish for about 10 minutes before serving.
- Serve warm or at room temperature, plain or with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Enjoy!
- Store any leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Notes:
- For an extra burst of flavor, you can add a teaspoon of lemon zest to the cake batter.
- If using frozen blueberries, do not thaw them before adding to the batter to prevent the color from bleeding too much into the cake.
This Classic Blueberry Buckle is a fantastic treat that’s easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion. The combination of tender cake, sweet blueberries, and crunchy streusel topping is simply irresistible!
Classic Blueberry Buckle Recipe
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer or whisk
- 9-inch square baking dish
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spatula
- Oven
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