Introduction
This Blueberry Cream Cheese Crumb Cake is a delightful combination of soft cake, creamy cheesecake filling, juicy blueberries, and a buttery crumb topping. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
For the Cream Cheese Filling:
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Crumb Topping:
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
Other:
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries (if frozen, do not thaw)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Crumb Topping
- In a small bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter until crumbs form.
- Set aside.
Step 2: Make the Cake Batter
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round or square baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
- Stir in vanilla and sour cream, then gradually mix in the dry ingredients until combined.
- Spread half of the cake batter into the prepared pan.
Step 3: Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling
- In a bowl, beat softened cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cake batter.
Step 4: Assemble the Cake
- Sprinkle blueberries evenly over the cream cheese layer.
- Spread the remaining cake batter on top.
- Sprinkle the prepared crumb topping over the batter.
Step 5: Bake the Cake
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool before slicing and serving.
Serving Suggestions
- Enjoy warm with a dusting of powdered sugar.
- Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of blueberry sauce.
- Pair with coffee or tea for a perfect breakfast treat.
Variations
Lemon Blueberry Cream Cheese Crumb Cake
- Add 1 teaspoon of lemon zest to the cake batter for a citrusy twist.
Nutty Crunch Topping
- Mix ¼ cup chopped walnuts or almonds into the crumb topping for extra crunch.
Chocolate Chip Blueberry Cake
- Stir ¼ cup white chocolate chips into the batter for a sweeter variation.
Conclusion
This Blueberry Cream Cheese Crumb Cake is the perfect balance of textures and flavors. Whether you’re serving it for breakfast, dessert, or a special occasion, it’s guaranteed to be a hit!
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