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    Fresh Blueberry Muffin Cake Recipe

    Published: May 22, 2023 · Amy Casey · 30 Comments

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    a slice of fresh blueberry cake.

    This simple blueberry muffin cake recipe will be one you make over and over again. It's a super moist coffee cake loaded with fresh blueberries and topped with a delicious crumble and a generous drizzle of icing.

    slice of blueberry muffin cake.

    you will love this blueberry muffin cake recipe

    When I need an easy to make breakfast cake, a dessert for summer picnics or a delicious snack, this is the fabulous recipe I prepare. It reminds me of a family favorite coffee cake my Mom used to make.

    The recipe combines fresh blueberries with a simple yellow cake batter. It's topped with a tender crumb and a generous drizzle of icing. The cake has great flavor without feeling decadent. Enjoy it any time of the day.

    One of the best parts of this fresh fruit cake is the easy cleanup. It's a hand mixed batter that uses only a few bowls.

    I can't wait for you to try my recipe. Let's get baking!

    flour, blueberries, sugar, eggs, sour cream, buttermilk.

    ingredients and substitutions

    • all purpose flour ~ Use a 1 to 1 gluten free flour blend for a gluten free cake.
    • granulated sugar
    • baking powder
    • baking soda
    • kosher salt
    • fresh blueberries ~ Summer berries bursting with flavor are my first choice. But frozen berries are also delicious in the coffee cake.
    • large eggs
    • sour cream ~ Plain yogurt can be used as substitute.
    • buttermilk ~ Use heavy or light cream instead of the buttermilk.
    • salted butter
    • vanilla extract
    • powdered sugar

    Scroll to the complete recipe for the full quantities of the ingredients.

    recipe details

    I love that this easy breakfast cake can be mixed by hand. And it only uses a couple bowls too.

    Start off by preheating the oven. Generously grease an 8 x 8 inch baking pan with butter and set aside.

    combining dry ingredients for blueberry muffin cake recipe.

    In a large bowl, whisk the dry ingredients of 2 cups of all purpose flour, 1 cup granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda and kosher salt. Toss in the fresh berries and coat with the flour mixture.

    Next up, combine the wet ingredients. In a medium bowl, beat the eggs with the sour cream. Stir in the buttermilk, 1/2 cup melted butter and vanilla extract.

    adding wet ingredients to dry ingredients for blueberry Muffin cake.

    Add the egg mixture to the flour mixture and stir to just combine the ingredients.

    Spread the cake batter into the prepared pan.

    adding crumb topping to cake in pan.

    Make the crumb topping in a small bowl. Combine 1/2 cup each all purpose flour and granulated sugar with 4 tablespoons melted butter and a pinch of kosher salt. Mix until it forms small pieces. Evenly sprinkle over the top of the cake and gently press down.

    Bake the cake for 45 to 55 minutes or until golden brown, and a toothpick inserted into center comes out clean.

    blueberry muffin cake recipe whole cake.

    While the cake cools, make the icing. Whisk the powdered sugar and water. Drizzle the icing over the cooled cake. 

    tips and suggestions

    • Don't overmix the cake batter as it results in a tough and dense cake. Mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until they are just combined.
    • The best pan for baking is a metal pan as it conducts the heat evenly.
    • Gently press the crumb topping into the cake batter. It will stick to the baked cake when it is cut into pieces
    • For a pretty and delicious drizzle, completely cool the cake before adding the icing.
    slices cut out of blueberry cake.

    FAQs

    Can frozen blueberries be used in the cake?

    Frozen berries can be used in this recipe. But don't thaw them as they will be too mushy in the cake.

    How do you prevent the blueberries from sinking to the bottom of the cake?

    Tossing the blueberries with the flour mixture helps suspend them in the batter.

    How do you make homemade buttermilk?

    Instead of purchasing buttermilk, make your own. Combine 1 cup of whole milk with either 1 tablespoon of white vinegar or lemon juice. Stir and let sit for about 5 minutes before using in the recipe.

    How do you know when the cake is done?

    There are a few ways to test of the perfectly baked cake. Insert a toothpick into the center of the cake. It'll come out clean when the cake is done baking. Also gently press the center of the cake. It should spring back when touched. An internal temperature of 200 to 210 degrees F on a digital thermometer is the ideal temp for this fresh blueberry cake.

    bite of blueberry muffin cake on a fork.

    make ahead and storage tips

    Blueberry muffin cake will stay fresh up to 3 days. It looks so pretty on a footed cake stand with a lid. The completely cooled cake can be frozen up to 2 months. Wrap in plastic wrap and then tuck in a resealable bag. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

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    The Best Texas Sheet Cake

    Great Aunt Rose's Sour Cream Pound Cake

    Easy Sheet Pan Scone Breakfast Cake

    blueberry muffin cake recipe with no icing.

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    a piece of fresh blueberry muffin cake.

    Blueberry Muffin Cake Recipe


    5 from 13 reviews

    • Author: amycaseycooks
    • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
    • Yield: 9 servings 1x
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    Description

    This easy to make blueberry muffin cake recipe will be one you make over and over again. It's a moist coffee cake loaded with fresh blueberries and topped with a delicious crumble and a generous drizzle of icing.


    Ingredients

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    for the cake

    • 2 cups all purpose flour
    • 1 cup sugar
    • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
    • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
    • 2 cups blueberries
    • 2 large eggs
    • 1/2 cup sour cream
    • 1 cup buttermilk
    • 1/2 cup salted butter, melted and cooled
    • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

    for the topping

    • 1/2 cup sugar
    • 1/2 cup all purpose flour
    • 4 tablespoons salted butter, melted and cooled
    • pinch of kosher salt

    for the icing

    • 1 cup powdered sugar
    • 1 - 2 tablespoons water, milk or lemon juice

    Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease an 8 x 8 inch baking pan generously with butter. Set aside.
    2. For the cake, in a large bowl whisk the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and kosher salt. Stir in the blueberries. Set aside.
    3. In a medium bowl, add the eggs and sour cream. Mix until well combined. Stir in the buttermilk, melted butter and vanilla extract.
    4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir to just combine.
    5. Spread the cake batter into the prepared pan. Set aside.
    6. For the topping, combine the flour, sugar, melted butter and pinch of kosher salt. Stir until large crumbles are formed.
    7. Evenly sprinkle the crumb topping over the batter. Press down lightly.
    8. Bake the cake for 50 to 55 minutes. The cake should bounce back when touched in the center, and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
    9. Remove the cake from the oven and place on a cooling rack. Completely cool the cake before adding the icing.
    10. For the icing, combine the powdered sugar and 1 tablespoon of water to form a glaze. Add another tablespoon of water if it is too thick. Drizzle the icing over the cooled cake.
    11. Cut into pieces and serve.

    Notes

    Don't overmix the cake batter as it results in a tough and dense cake. Mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until they are just combined.

    The best pan for baking is a metal pan as it conducts the heat evenly.

    Gently press the crumb topping into the cake batter. It will stick to the baked cake when it is cut into pieces.

    For a pretty and delicious drizzle, completely cool the cake before adding the icing.

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 55 minutes
    • Category: dessert
    • Method: bake in oven
    • Cuisine: American

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 piece
    • Calories: 515
    • Sugar: 51. g
    • Sodium: 493 mg
    • Fat: 19.8 g
    • Saturated Fat: 11.9 g
    • Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
    • Trans Fat: 0 g
    • Carbohydrates: 80.2 g
    • Fiber: 1.7 g
    • Protein: 6.7 g
    • Cholesterol: 89 mg

    Keywords: blueberry muffin cake recipe, blueberry cake, blueberry breakfast cake

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    1. Sharon

      May 26, 2023 at 6:33 pm

      Can I substitute fresh, frozen or dried cranberries for the blueberries?

      Reply
      • Amy Casey

        June 05, 2023 at 11:18 am

        Fresh or frozen cranberries will be more tart in the recipe, but you can definitely use them. Dried cranberries usually include sugar so they will work similar to blueberries.

        Reply
    2. Suzanne Huerta

      May 26, 2023 at 8:07 pm

      Can I double this recipe for a 9x13 pan? Please advise.
      Thank you Suzanne

      Reply
      • Amy Casey

        June 05, 2023 at 11:17 am

        The pan will be very full so I wouldn't recommend doubling it in a 9x13 pan. It would most likely bake over the top.

        Reply
    3. Marta

      May 29, 2023 at 2:51 pm

      I served this blueberry muffin cake at our Sunday brunch yesterday and it received rave reviews from everyone who tasted it. The fresh blueberries really made all of the difference.






      Reply
      • Amy Casey

        May 29, 2023 at 2:59 pm

        It's one of my favorite cakes to serve for brunch Marta. I'm so glad you enjoyed my recipe.

        Reply
    4. Noelle

      May 29, 2023 at 4:47 pm

      The best blueberry cake! I love the cross between muffin and cake for breakfast. The crumb topping makes the recipe!






      Reply
      • Amy Casey

        May 30, 2023 at 7:03 am

        I totally agree Noelle! The crumb topping is the best! And you can't beat a cake with fresh blueberries.

        Reply
    5. Sharon

      May 30, 2023 at 9:50 am

      This blueberry muffin cake was the perfect way to use up a bunch of fresh blueberries I had. It was great as breakfast with a hot cup of coffee.






      Reply
      • Amy Casey

        June 05, 2023 at 11:21 am

        That's just how I enjoy the cake too Sharon. I love it as a breakfast treat.

        Reply
    6. Colleen

      May 30, 2023 at 1:54 pm

      I love everything blueberries and this cake was perfect. I took it to a potluck and it disappeared in no time. Now I need to make another that we don't have to share!






      Reply
      • Amy Casey

        June 05, 2023 at 11:22 am

        Too funny Colleen! I'm glad the cake was a hit at your potluck.

        Reply
    7. veenaazmanov

      May 31, 2023 at 1:24 am

      I am definitely drooling with this description of your coffee cake and Blueberry burst in it. Looks mouth melting and delicious.






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      • Amy Casey

        June 05, 2023 at 11:22 am

        It's a super delicious cake! And thanks for your kind comments 🙂

        Reply
    8. Kathryn

      May 31, 2023 at 5:17 pm

      This blueberry muffin cake tastes just like a muffin in a cake form! So delicious and easy to make. Perfect for breakfast or dessert 🙂






      Reply
      • Amy Casey

        June 05, 2023 at 11:23 am

        My thoughts exactly Kathryn! I make this cake on repeat all summer long. And it's delicious with strawberries or raspberries too.

        Reply
    9. Veronika

      June 02, 2023 at 11:16 pm

      Summer berries are my favorite fruit to bake with! This cake was so good, the topping and the berries were my favorite part!






      Reply
      • Amy Casey

        June 04, 2023 at 12:41 pm

        Thanks Veronika! I love the topping too!

        Reply
    10. Jacqueline Debono

      June 04, 2023 at 3:54 pm

      This is my new favourite way to use blueberries in a cake. Easy to make and so delicious!






      Reply
      • Amy Casey

        June 05, 2023 at 11:20 am

        Yea! I love baking with blueberries and this is one of my favorite ways to bake with them.

        Reply
    11. Sean

      June 05, 2023 at 12:05 am

      This blueberry muffin cake was fantastic. I made this for my family for brunch and they loved it.






      Reply
      • Amy Casey

        June 05, 2023 at 11:20 am

        I love to hear that Sean. I'm so happy your family loved my recipe. Mine does too.

        Reply
    12. Erin

      June 05, 2023 at 12:14 am

      I'm all for cakes rather than muffins! Saves me time and this one was amazing. I love the texture and the flavor was also perfect! Thanks a ton.






      Reply
      • Amy Casey

        June 05, 2023 at 11:19 am

        Me too! So glad you enjoyed my recipe.

        Reply
    13. Ann

      June 10, 2023 at 9:47 am

      This cake looks super delicious! Any cake that calls for sour cream and buttermilk - you know is going to be yummy! Can you use frozen blueberries instead of fresh?






      Reply
      • Amy Casey

        June 17, 2023 at 11:00 am

        Yes you can! Just toss them in frozen. If they are thawed, they turn to mush 🙁

        Reply
    14. Amy Liu Dong

      June 10, 2023 at 10:31 am

      I made this recipe yesterday and it turns out so good everyone in our house loves it!






      Reply
      • Amy Casey

        June 17, 2023 at 11:00 am

        I'm so glad your family loved my blueberry cake recipe 🙂

        Reply
    15. Jamie

      June 10, 2023 at 11:41 am

      Oh my, this muffin cake looks incredibly delicious! A perfect treat for any given occasion! Loving this recipe already!






      Reply
      • Amy Casey

        June 17, 2023 at 11:01 am

        Yes! I just love baking with fruit and blueberries are one of my favorites.

        Reply

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