Description
A moist and flavorful Brown Sugar Blueberry Coffee Cake featuring a tender crumb, fresh blueberries, and a delicious cinnamon brown sugar streusel topping. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat.
Ingredients
Cake Batter
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups blueberries (tossed with a little flour to prevent sinking)
Streusel Topping
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×9-inch baking pan to prevent sticking.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and 3/4 cup brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes using an electric mixer.
- Add eggs and flavorings: Beat in the eggs one at a time until fully incorporated. Then add the sour cream and vanilla extract, mixing well to combine all wet ingredients thoroughly.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the 2 cups flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt to ensure even distribution of leavening agents.
- Mix dry into wet: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet batter, mixing gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake tender.
- Fold in blueberries: Carefully fold in the blueberries that have been lightly coated with flour to prevent them from sinking in the batter.
- Pour batter into pan: Spread the batter evenly inside the prepared 9×9-inch pan using a spatula for a smooth surface.
- Prepare streusel topping: In a small bowl, mix together 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup flour, and cinnamon. Stir in the melted butter until crumbly and evenly combined.
- Add streusel topping and bake: Sprinkle the streusel mixture evenly over the batter. Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and serve: Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy it warm or at room temperature for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Coating the blueberries with flour helps keep them evenly distributed in the cake batter.
- For extra flavor, you can add a teaspoon of lemon zest to the batter.
- This cake is best enjoyed within 2 days but can be stored covered at room temperature.
- Reheat slices briefly in the microwave for a warm treat.
- You can substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream if needed.