Blueberry Cream Cheese Crumb Cake

This Blueberry Cream Cheese Crumb Cake is a delightful treat that combines a tender cake layer, creamy cheesecake filling, juicy blueberries, and a crunchy cinnamon crumb topping. It’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert! Here’s how to make it:

Blueberry Cream Cheese Crumb Cake Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Cream Cheese Layer:

• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Blueberry Layer:

• 1 cup fresh blueberries (or frozen, thawed and drained)

For the Crumb Topping:

• ¼ cup brown sugar
• ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. Make the cake batter:
   • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
   • In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, and mix until combined.
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
3. Prepare the cream cheese layer:
   • In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla extract, and mix until creamy.
   • Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cake batter and spread it evenly.
4. Add the blueberries:
   • Scatter the fresh blueberries evenly over the cream cheese layer.
5. Make the crumb topping:
   • In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Cut in the cold butter using a fork or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
   • Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the blueberries.
6. Bake:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Cool and serve:
   • Let the cake cool in the pan for at least 15-20 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Tips:

• Double the recipe: Use a 9×13-inch pan and double the ingredients for a larger crowd.
• Add nuts: Mix chopped walnuts or pecans into the crumb topping for extra crunch.
• Serve with toppings: Add a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.

Enjoy this Blueberry Cream Cheese Crumb Cake—it’s a showstopper that’s sure to impress! Let me know if you’d like more dessert ideas. 😊