💙 Blueberry Crumble Cake Recipe
Soft, buttery cake + juicy berries + crunchy crumble = pure dessert magic!
📝 Introduction:
Blueberry Crumble Cake is the kind of dessert that brings smiles, second helpings, and unforgettable memories. With its tender vanilla-lemon base, generous helping of juicy blueberries, and a golden, cinnamon-sugar crumble on top, it’s like a warm hug in cake form. Perfect with coffee in the morning or topped with whipped cream for dessert, this cake is a total crowd-pleaser.
Whether you’re baking for your family, your sweetheart, or just yourself (yes, you deserve it!), this Blueberry Crumble Cake will fill your kitchen with sweet aromas and your heart with joy.
🧺 Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup milk
- 1 ½ cups fresh or frozen blueberries (do not thaw if frozen)
For the Crumble Topping:
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional, for that nutty crunch)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, cold and cubed
Optional Glaze:
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tbsp lemon juice or milk
🍰 Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare the Pan & Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
Step 2: Make the Cake Batter
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by vanilla extract and lemon zest.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk into the butter mixture, beginning and ending with flour. Mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the blueberries (toss them in a little flour first to prevent sinking).
Step 3: Make the Crumble Topping
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and nuts.
- Cut in the cold butter with a fork or your fingers until it forms small crumbs.
Step 4: Assemble and Bake
- Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
- Sprinkle the crumble topping generously over the top.
- Bake for 40–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
Step 5: Glaze (Optional)
Mix powdered sugar and lemon juice or milk until smooth. Drizzle over cooled cake for extra flavor and flair.
🧁 Methods & Tips for Lovers (of Cake 😉):
- 💡 Toss blueberries in 1 tsp flour before folding them into the batter — this keeps them from sinking.
- 🥄 Use Greek yogurt instead of milk for an even moister crumb.
- 🍋 Try mixing a little lemon juice into your crumble topping for a citrusy twist!
- 💖 Double the crumble if you really love a crunchy top (we won’t judge).
📜 History & Formation:
This cake traces its roots to German and American coffee cakes, combining simple pantry staples with seasonal fruit. The crumble topping — also known as streusel — became wildly popular in the 20th century, especially in American kitchens. Over time, bakers everywhere adapted it to highlight summer fruits like blueberries, adding a burst of color and juicy sweetness to the classic treat.
💬 Conclusion:
Blueberry Crumble Cake isn’t just a dessert — it’s an experience. From the first golden bite to the last blueberry-studded crumb, it satisfies every sweet tooth and warms every heart. Serve it warm, cold, plain, or glazed — just be ready to share the recipe (because people will ask!).
💙 For the Lovers:
Bake this cake for someone you love — or someone you want to love you more. Share it at brunch, bring it to a potluck, or surprise your partner with a slice on a quiet afternoon. Blueberries may stain your fingers, but this cake will leave a mark on your soul.
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