New Berlin Blueberry Buckle

Experience the warmth of a homemade blueberry buckle, a delightful coffee cake that's soft, buttery, and bursting with juicy blueberries. Topped with a crunchy streusel, this treat is perfect for brunch or a sweet snack. Its rich flavors and tender crumb make it a nostalgic favorite that pairs beautifully with a hot cup of coffee or tea.
ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup milk
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon For the streusel topping:
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
steps
- 1.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch square baking pan.
- 2.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- 3.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- 4.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- 5.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, until just combined.
- 6.
Gently fold in the blueberries, being careful not to break them.
- 7.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.
- 8.
In another bowl, combine brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon for the streusel. Cut in the cold butter until crumbly.
- 9.
Sprinkle the streusel evenly over the batter.
- 10.
Bake for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
- 11.
Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving. Enjoy warm!