Blueberry Coffee Cake: Tender, Sweet & Cinnamon-Kissed
Introduction:
Blueberry Coffee Cake is the ultimate treat for breakfast, brunch, or an indulgent afternoon snack. Bursting with fresh blueberries and topped with a sweet, cinnamon-infused crumb, this cake is moist, tender, and full of comforting flavor. Its golden crust, soft interior, and juicy berries make it irresistible to both kids and adults alike.
This recipe strikes the perfect balance of sweetness and texture, with a buttery base and a lightly spiced cinnamon topping that complements the fresh blueberries. It is simple enough for weekday mornings but impressive enough for weekend gatherings or holiday brunches.
Ingredients:
- Blueberries (1½ cups): Fresh or frozen, provide a juicy burst of flavor in every bite.
- All-Purpose Flour (2 cups + 4 tbsp): Forms the structure of the cake. Measuring carefully ensures the perfect texture.
- Unsalted Butter (¼ cup + 3 tbsp): Adds richness and helps create a tender crumb.
- Baking Powder (2 tsp): Ensures the cake rises and remains light.
- Sugar (¾ cup): Sweetens the cake base.
- Milk (½ cup): Moistens the batter and balances the sweetness.
- Brown Sugar (¾ cup): Combined with cinnamon for the crumb topping.
- Cinnamon (2 tsp): Adds warm, aromatic flavor to the topping.
- Salt (½ tsp): Enhances the overall flavor.
- Egg (1): Binds the ingredients together and adds structure.