Blueberry Crumb Cake

If you’re looking for a coffee cake recipe that is versatile enough for both a lazy weekend breakfast and a special event brunch, then you have to try this Blueberry Crumb Cake! This Blueberry Crumb Cake is an easy breakfast cake with a soft, tender crumb, fresh, juicy blueberries, and a sweet crumb topping. You’ll be heading back for seconds in no time and it will also make a delicious dessert!

Even though blueberries are best when they are harvested in late summer, I will eat blueberry anything all year long. I especially like having them for breakfast in my pancakes. There’s just something about these little blue fellas that makes that meal so much better!

Who knew they would be so good mixed with a traditional vanilla coffee cake recipe? The blueberries truly make this easy cake shine!

All the Blueberries

I love blueberries in baked goods. Some of my favorite recipes are Blueberry Lemon Bread, Blueberry Banana Bread, Baked Blueberry Waffles, and Baked Blueberry Oatmeal. You can add them to your cornmeal muffins and French toast, and even make a delicious blueberry ginger galette for dessert to wow your friends and family.

See, I told you I loved them!

What do I need to make this Blueberry Crumb Coffee Cake?

Gather together these pantry staples to make this sweet coffee cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup light brown sugar 
• 1 large egg
• 1 ½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 cups fresh blueberries

Streusel Topping

• 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
• 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• ¼ cup cold butter

How do I make this Blueberry Cake?

It’s easy to make this crumb cake! You can make it first thing in the morning or save time by making it the night before your event. 

Prepare

Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare a 9 X 9-inch baking pan by lining it with parchment paper or with butter and flour.

Streusel Topping

In a medium bowl, mix both sugars and flour together with a fork for the crumb topping. Using a pastry cutter, mix in the chilled butter and combine until a coarse meal forms.

Cake Batter

1. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt and whisk the dry ingredients together. Set aside.
2. In a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the butter. Add both the brown sugar and granulated sugar then beat until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla and mix well.
3. Pour half of the flour mixture into the wet ingredients, beating until just combined. Add half the sour cream and beat till just mixed. Then add the remaining flour and sour cream following the same steps as above. 
4. Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan. Evenly spread the fresh blueberries over the top and slightly press them down into the batter. Sprinkle the crumb mixture over the entire top of the batter.
5. Bake for 40-50 minutes or until a toothpick or cake tester inserted into the middle comes out clean.

As my daughter remarked, this tastes just like gourmet blueberry muffins! The sour cream really gave it the perfect amount of moisture for a nice tender crumb. And those fresh blueberries really made this dish special!

Tips for the Perfect Vanilla Crumb Cake

These helpful tips will make sure your cake turns out perfectly every time!

• Toss your blueberries in a little flour before adding them to the cake batter. This keeps them from sinking to the bottom as the cake bakes.
• Make sure to use cold butter when making the streusel. It helps get that crumbly texture you want for the perfect buttery topping!
• Don’t overmix the batter! Make sure to mix until the ingredients are just combined. That helps keep that nice tender crumb you’re looking for.
• Using sour cream in this recipe helps keep the cake from getting crumbly. I promise you can’t taste it, and it adds the perfect amount of moisture you need!

Topping Suggestions

This crumb cake is delicious as is, but if you want to take it to the next level, consider using one of these delicious toppings:

• Drizzle blueberry syrup over the top of the warm cake.
• Or try some maple syrup drizzled over your cake instead!
• Homemade whipped cream is always a hit!
• If you’re serving this later in the day or as a dessert, add a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

FAQs

Do I have to use fresh blueberries?

This recipe tastes best with fresh berries, but you can also use frozen blueberries. Let them thaw slightly before adding them to the batter.

Don’t use the canned blueberry pie filling, though. Pie filling is completely different than using individual berries and will not give you the results you are looking for.

How do I store Vanilla Blueberry Crumb Cake?

Store this delicious coffee cake at room temperature. Make sure to cover it tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil or place it in an airtight container. It will last up to 2 days on the counter. If you want it to last a bit longer, store it in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Can you freeze this Blueberry Coffee Cake?

Yes, this vanilla blueberry cake freezes well! When it cools to room temperature, double wrap it in plastic wrap and aluminum foil, and then place the pan in a freezer bag. Store it in the freezer for up to 2 months. 

To thaw and eat the cake, simply leave it out on the counter overnight, or at least a few hours before you plan to serve it. Warm a slice up in the microwave as desired!

Can I make this recipe with a different fruit?

This recipe is definitely for blueberry lovers! But if that’s not you, you can absolutely use a different fruit in this recipe. I’ve made it with apples, but consider chopped strawberries, cherries, blackberries, raspberries, or a mix of your favorite fruits!

More Blueberry Recipes For You to Try

Not only are blueberries delicious in all your breakfast recipes, but we all know they ROCK for dessert, too!
I always love a good blueberry pie, especially topped with a scoop of ice cream, a bit of fresh whipped cream or even a dollop of this stabilized whipped cream.

But did you know that you can have NO BAKE blueberry pie, too? That’s right– you don’t even have to turn the oven on when it’s hot outside! And blueberries make these blueberry cherry mini crumb pies pretty delicious as well.

Try these Coffee Cake Recipes too!

Mix it up next time by baking one of these delicious coffee cakes:

• Cranberry Coffee Cake: Tart, sweet, and made deliciously moist with sour cream, this cranberry cake is perfect for dessert or with your morning coffee!
• Orange Cranberry Coffee Cake: This treat is a welcome sight on a chilly fall morning. Topped with a sweet orange glaze, this moist coffee cake tastes extra delicious paired with a hot cup of coffee or tea! 
• This Cinnamon Sour Cream Coffee Cake is a recipe you’ll make again and again. With a super moist cake and two layers of cinnamon streusel, this morning treat is hard to resist.
• A different twist on a blueberry cake, Blueberry Sour Cream Coffee Cake is an impressive treat for any time of day. The swirl of cinnamon sugar and tangy-sweet lemon glaze elevates this easy-to-make Bundt recipe to extraordinary heights of flavor!

Which cake recipe is next on your list to try? 

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This recipe was slightly adapted from Gale Gand’s cookbook, Chocolate & Vanilla.

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