Blueberry Cream Cheese Coffee Cake

Delight in Every Slice: Blueberry Cream Cheese Coffee Cake

Dive into the delightful combination of blueberries and cream cheese with this easy Blueberry Cream Cheese Coffee Cake recipe. Infused with lemon and topped with a crumbly streusel, this cake is the perfect treat for any time of the day—be it breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack.

Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply enjoying a quiet morning, this coffee cake brings a touch of old-fashioned charm to your table with its moist texture and burst of flavors. Ready to bake something irresistibly delicious? Let's whip up this crowd-pleaser!

A Burst of Flavors: Moist Blueberry Cream Cheese Coffee Cake

This coffee cake recipe isn't just about satisfying your sweet tooth—it's an explosion of flavors that marries tangy cream cheese and sweet blueberries with a hint of lemon for a truly refreshing taste. It’s a delightful twist on traditional coffee cakes.

Here’s how you can create this mouthwatering treat, along with some pro tips to ensure your coffee cake is perfect every time.

Pro Tips for a Flawless Coffee Cake:

1. Proper Creaming Technique: Cream the sugar and cream cheese well to ensure a smooth, lump-free filling.
2. Even Layering: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cake batter to ensure a consistent layer of cream cheese in every bite.
3. Gentle Mixing: Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients gently to keep the cake light and airy.
4. Check the Cake: Bake until the top is golden and the filling is set to avoid a soggy cake base.
5. Cool Before Icing: Allow the cake to cool completely before adding the lemon icing to prevent it from melting into the warm cake.

Recipe for Blueberry Cream Cheese Coffee Cake:

• Preparation time: 10 minutes
• Cooking time: 45 minutes
• Total time: 55 minutes
• Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert, Snack
• Cuisine: American
• Servings: 10 slices
• Equipment: 9-inch springform pan, mixer, mixing bowls, whisk

This coffee cake is sure to become a favorite, offering a delicious way to start the day or a sweet treat to enjoy anytime.

Ingredients:

• Lemon Sour Cream Cake Layer:
  • Baking spray
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon packed lemon zest
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil
  • ½ cup sour cream, room temperature
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
• Blueberry Cream Cheese Filling:
  • 8 oz. cream cheese, room temperature
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup blueberries, fresh or thawed if frozen and drained
• Crumb Topping:
  • ¼ cup salted butter, cold, cut into small cubes
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
• Lemon Icing:
  • 2 ½ cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 3-4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Directions:

1. Prep the Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line and spray your pan with baking spray.
2. Zest and Sugar: Mix lemon zest and granulated sugar in a large bowl to release the lemon oils.
3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Whisk in eggs and vanilla until thick.
4. Mix Wet Ingredients: Incorporate vegetable oil and sour cream.
5. Combine Dry Ingredients: Sift and fold in flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
6. Prepare Batter: Pour batter into the prepared pan.
7. Cream Cheese Layer: Blend cream cheese and sugar, then mix in egg and vanilla. Spread over the batter.
8. Add Blueberries: Sprinkle blueberries evenly over the cream cheese layer.
9. Crumb Topping: Mix butter, sugar, and flour until crumbly. Sprinkle over blueberries.
10. Bake: Bake for 45 minutes or until set and golden. Cool in pan before transferring.
11. Lemon Icing: Whisk powdered sugar and lemon juice. Drizzle over cooled cake.

Ready to Serve!

Slice and enjoy this Blueberry Cream Cheese Coffee Cake, a treat that combines sweet and tangy flavors with a satisfying texture. Perfect for any occasion, this coffee cake is sure to delight everyone who tries it!

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