Welcome to the enchanting world of baking, where classic recipes endure and bring joy for generations. Among these culinary treasures, Betty Crocker’s much-adored Blueberry Coffee Cake stands out as a true masterpiece. This isn’t just any coffee cake; it’s a testament to simple perfection, boasting a tender, moist crumb brimming with succulent, juicy blueberries. Each slice is crowned with a crunchy, buttery, cinnamon-infused streusel topping that melts in your mouth, all finished with a delicate drizzle of sweet vanilla glaze. It’s an unforgettable experience for the senses, making it an ideal choice for a special breakfast, a delightful brunch, or a comforting dessert. The harmonious blend of textures and flavors in this easy blueberry coffee cake recipe has cemented its place as a beloved staple in countless homes.
This particular blueberry coffee cake recipe holds a special place, not just for its incredible taste, but for the sheer delight it brings to those who try it. As Betty Crocker herself once remarked about this very recipe:
“This is the most requested blueberry recipe that I make every year. Nobody wants to share the cake, even with their spouse. I have already baked eight cakes this year and have only been able to eat two pieces myself. Need I say more?”
Such an endorsement speaks volumes about the irresistible nature of this classic treat. Its popularity is a testament to its comforting familiarity and delightful flavors, making it a household favorite time and time again. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just starting, this easy blueberry coffee cake promises a rewarding and delicious experience.
Storing Your Delicious Blueberry Coffee Cake for Maximum Freshness
After experiencing the sheer deliciousness of this blueberry coffee cake, it’s completely understandable if you’re already planning how to savor every last crumb. Proper storage is key to maintaining its exquisite flavor and moist texture. Whether you’ve baked an extra batch or simply want to enjoy it over several days, this guide will help you keep your coffee cake fresh and delectable.
To store your coffee cake, first ensure it has cooled completely. This is crucial; wrapping a warm cake can trap condensation, leading to a soggy crumb and potentially mold. Once cooled, tightly wrap any leftover slices or the entire cake in plastic wrap, then place it in an airtight container. This double layer of protection helps prevent it from drying out and absorbing odors from other foods in your refrigerator.
Refrigerated, your blueberry coffee cake will remain wonderfully fresh for up to one week. If you plan to keep it longer, freezing is an excellent option. For freezing, wrap individual slices or larger portions even more securely in plastic wrap, followed by a layer of aluminum foil. This extra layer guards against freezer burn. Store the wrapped cake in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 6 months. When you’re ready to enjoy it again, simply thaw it overnight in the refrigerator, then bring it to room temperature or gently warm it in the oven for that freshly baked taste.
A pro tip for reheating: a few seconds in the microwave can restore its tenderness, but for a truly exquisite experience, warm a slice in a preheated oven (around 300°F/150°C) for 5-10 minutes. This will crisp up the streusel topping beautifully, making it taste almost as good as it did fresh out of the oven. This thoughtful storage ensures that no bit of your best blueberry coffee cake goes to waste.
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Betty Crocker’s Classic Blueberry Coffee Cake
David Leite
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Ingredients
For the crumb topping
- Butter, shortening, or baking spray, for the pan
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 stick (4 tablespoons) butter, softened
For the coffee cake
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup shortening
- 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries (do not thaw)
For the vanilla glaze
- 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons hot water
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Make the crumb topping
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare your baking pan by coating the bottom and sides of a 9-inch (23 cm) springform pan or a 9-inch (23 cm) square pan with butter, shortening, or cooking spray. This ensures your delicious blueberry coffee cake won’t stick.
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In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, and ground cinnamon. Use a fork or your fingertips to cut in the softened butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. This creates the signature crunchy streusel topping.
Make the coffee cake
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In a large mixing bowl, combine all the coffee cake ingredients, with the exception of the blueberries. Using a sturdy spoon, mix vigorously for exactly 30 seconds. This brief mixing ensures a tender crumb. Gently fold in the fresh or frozen blueberries. Remember, there’s no need to thaw frozen berries; they bake beautifully right from the freezer.
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Carefully spread the prepared batter evenly into your buttered or greased pan. Evenly sprinkle the crumb topping mixture over the entire surface of the batter, ensuring a generous and delicious layer.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 60 minutes, or until a wooden toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. This indicates that your coffee cake is perfectly baked through. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before carefully removing the side of the pan if you’re using a springform pan.
Make the vanilla glaze
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While the coffee cake is cooling slightly, prepare the vanilla glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the confectioners’ sugar, hot water, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and reaches a consistency thin enough to drizzle. Drizzle this delightful glaze generously over your warm blueberry coffee cake. The warmth of the cake will allow the glaze to set beautifully, adding an extra layer of sweetness and shine.
Notes for Perfection
VARIATION
CRAN-RASPBERRY COFFEE CAKE: For a delightful twist on this classic, prepare the recipe as directed, but substitute 1 cup of fresh or frozen raspberries and 1 cup of fresh or frozen cranberries (sliced in half) for the blueberries. This variation offers a vibrant burst of tangy and sweet flavors that perfectly complements the rich crumb and streusel topping, making for a festive and equally irresistible treat.
Adapted From
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Nutrition Facts
Calories: 343 kcal
Carbohydrates: 66 g
Protein: 5 g
Fat: 7 g
Saturated Fat: 2 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 3 g
Trans Fat: 1 g
Cholesterol: 23 mg
Sodium: 213 mg
Fiber: 2 g
Sugar: 39 g
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should only be used as an approximation.
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Insights from Our Esteemed Recipe Testers’ Reviews
We believe the truest measure of a recipe’s success comes from the kitchens of real home cooks. That’s why we’re proud to share honest and helpful feedback from our dedicated team of recipe testers. They’ve baked this Betty Crocker Blueberry Coffee Cake in their own homes, offering invaluable perspectives on its ease of preparation, taste, and overall appeal. Read on to see what they loved most about this delightful classic!
Nadine Bonda
This is an excellent blueberry coffee cake, incredibly quick to assemble. You’ll find yourself ready to bake even before the oven finishes preheating! It’s wonderfully light, flavorful, and not overly sweet, making it absolutely perfect for breakfast. And yes, it’s truly delicious. Nobody I offered it to could resist going back for more than one piece.
I opted for wild Maine blueberries that I had frozen, adding them directly to the batter without thawing. Because of the frozen berries, I found I needed to bake the cake for an additional 4 to 5 minutes beyond the recipe’s suggested time. A crucial tip: don’t skip the glaze! It adds a delightful touch of sweetness that truly elevates the flavor. This easy blueberry coffee cake will undoubtedly become a regular feature at my breakfast table.
Sasha Pravdic
This blueberry coffee cake is wonderfully classic, incredibly easy to make, and utterly delicious. One of its most impressive qualities was how perfectly it baked, yielding a beautifully moist crumb. The center was thoroughly cooked, yet without the dreaded over-baked edges that often plague coffee cakes.
My only modification to this fantastic recipe was to add a quarter cup of chopped pecans to the crumb topping. I’m quite passionate about nuts, and for me, a coffee cake simply isn’t complete without them. My daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed our slices with a cup of piping hot coffee this afternoon, while watching a storm roll in and listening to the rumble of thunder. It was the absolute perfect accompaniment!
Samantha Fisher
This blueberry coffee cake had an absolutely divine aroma, so I was incredibly eager to cut into it. The first piece was still quite hot, and initially, I thought it was good, but not necessarily amazing. A few minutes later, I took another bite – distinctly better. By my third piece, I had definitively decided that it is, in fact, quite delicious!
It boasts a lovely light crumb and isn’t excessively sweet, with the frosting providing delightful bursts of sweetness as you encounter it. Plus, it comes together surprisingly quickly, which is a major bonus – the instruction to stir for only 30 seconds certainly influenced my decision to make this recipe. Next time I bake this, I plan to enhance the flavor further by adding more cinnamon, some vanilla, and a touch of cardamom directly into the batter.
Olivia Bleitz
This is truly a great, classic blueberry coffee cake recipe. It’s incredibly easy to put together, calls for simple, readily available ingredients, and delivers an outstanding result. What more could you ask for in a baked good? My mom is a huge coffee cake enthusiast and has a favorite recipe she requests repeatedly. I occasionally like to introduce a fresh take to see if I can unseat her go-to, and I knew this one had a strong fighting chance.
With its delightful crumb topping, abundant blueberries, hint of cinnamon, and sweet vanilla glaze, plus being easier to prepare than her usual version, it had all the makings of a winner. This recipe delivered beautifully: a delicate crumb, a perfectly crunchy (but never too crunchy!) topping, and a fantastic balance of sweet and tart from the blueberries. There is officially a new favorite coffee cake in our town!
Heather Nelson
This recipe for blueberry coffee cake was an absolute delight to make from start to finish. Everything came together in just a little over an hour, which is fantastic for such a rewarding bake. I was incredibly impressed by the moist and tender cake, generously filled with juicy blueberries, and topped with a supremely crisp streusel. Right as it emerged from the oven, I drizzled on the vanilla glaze, which added yet another dimension of flavor and wonderfully gooey goodness. Yum, yum, yum! This easy blueberry coffee cake is truly a keeper.
Jessie Hagan
This was good! Let me preface this with a confession: I am not typically a sweets person. I often pass on desserts because I simply don’t have a strong affinity for them, and the calories usually aren’t worth it for me. That being said, we are a family of blueberry enthusiasts, and I’m surrounded by people with serious sweet cravings, so I decided to give this recipe a try.
It’s a fantastic cake. What I loved most about it was that it wasn’t overly sweet; it had a lovely tartness from the berries that beautifully balanced the sweetness from both the crumb topping and the glaze. If your blueberries tend to be very sweet, I would highly recommend adding a few grates of lemon zest into the batter to achieve that perfect, harmonious balance of flavor. This versatile coffee cake can be enjoyed for breakfast, brunch, or dessert – truly appropriate for any occasion!
Merlyn Cafaro
This blueberry coffee cake is absolutely company-worthy – it’s the kind of impressive yet easy blueberry coffee cake you’d proudly serve to guests. It’s a truly delicious cake, generously packed with fresh, juicy blueberries. Not only is it simple to prepare, but all the ingredients are also readily available, making it a convenient choice. The overall flavor is wonderful, especially when made during the summertime with fresh berries straight from the farm stand.
The addition of the luscious vanilla glaze and the irresistible crumb topping truly elevates this to a special cake. It’s a delightful treat that consistently earns rave reviews, proving that sometimes, the simplest recipes yield the most extraordinary results. Its comforting appeal and straightforward preparation make it a perfect addition to any gathering, from casual brunches to elegant dessert tables.