Classic Blueberry Coffee Cake

Indulge in the delightful experience of baking a Blueberry Bliss Coffee Cake, an irresistible treat perfect for any occasion. With its moist texture and a beautiful streusel topping, this cake features the sweet burst of blueberries and a harmonious blend of flavors. Perfect as a breakfast companion or a sweet dessert, it’s easy to make with simple ingredients. Follow a step-by-step guide to create a visually stunning and delicious cake that will impress your family and friends. Enjoy every slice of bliss!

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Ingredients

For the Cake:

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 ½ tsp baking powder

½ tsp baking soda

½ tsp salt

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 cup sour cream

2 cups fresh blueberries (or frozen, but thawed and drained)

For the Streusel Topping:

½ cup all-purpose flour

¼ cup granulated sugar

¼ cup brown sugar, packed

1 tsp ground cinnamon

¼ cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced

For Glaze (optional):

1 cup powdered sugar

2 tbsp milk

½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat the Oven:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper for easier removal.

Mix Dry Ingredients:

In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups of flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Cream the Butter and Sugar:

In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).

Add Eggs and Vanilla:

Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add the vanilla extract and mix until incorporated.

Incorporate Dry Ingredients:

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the sour cream. Start with the flour mixture, then add the sour cream, and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.

Fold in Blueberries:

Gently fold in the blueberries using a spatula, being careful not to break them.

Prepare Streusel Topping:

In a small bowl, mix together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon. Add the diced butter and use a fork or your fingers to crumble the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Assemble the cake:

Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Sprinkle half of the streusel topping over the batter, then add the remaining cake batter on top. Finally, sprinkle the rest of the streusel topping over.

Bake the Cake:

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the cake begins to brown too quickly, cover it loosely with aluminum foil.

Cool the Cake:

Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Prepare the Glaze (optional):

In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more milk or powdered sugar if necessary.

Glaze & Serve:

If desired, drizzle the glaze over the cooled coffee cake. Slice and serve with a hot cup of coffee or tea!

Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 20 mins | 1 hour 15 mins | 10 servings