Sumptuous Blueberry Crumble Cake

Embark on a delectable journey with our Sumptuous Blueberry Crumble Cake, a masterpiece that harmoniously blends the sweetness of blueberries with the richness of a layered cake. The cake layers are moist and flavored with a hint of cinnamon, while the blueberry filling adds a burst of freshness. Crowned with a luxurious blueberry frosting and a crunchy crumble topping, this cake is a testament to the art of baking.

Why You’ll Love This:

• Layered Delight: The soft cake layers are perfectly complemented by the rich blueberry filling and frosting.
• Burst of Blueberries: Each bite is infused with the natural sweetness and tang of blueberries.
• Cinnamon Twist: The subtle hint of cinnamon in both the cake and frosting adds a warm, spicy note.
• Crunchy Crumble Topping: Adds a delightful textural contrast to the softness of the cake.

Perfect Occasion: Ideal for celebratory events like birthdays, anniversaries, or as a show-stopping centerpiece for a brunch or dinner party. It’s also a comforting treat for a weekend baking project.

Decoration Tips:

• Garnish with fresh blueberries and mint leaves for a pop of color.
• Dust the top with a sprinkle of powdered sugar for an elegant touch.
• Serve each slice with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.

Ingredients:

For the Cake Layers:

• 2 1/2 cups (325g) all-purpose flour
• 1 cup (207g) granulated sugar
• 1 cup (225g) packed brown sugar
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 3 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 cup (240ml) milk
• 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup (240ml) water

For the Blueberry Filling:

• 1/4 cup (52g) sugar
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 2 tsp water
• 2 cups (277g) blueberries

For the Blueberry Frosting:

• 1 1/4 cup (280g) butter
• 1 1/4 cups (237g) shortening or additional butter
• 10 cups (1150g) powdered sugar
• 6–7 tbsp (90-105ml) blueberry puree
• 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

For the Crumble:

• 1/4 cup (33g) all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 2 tbsp packed brown sugar
• 2 tbsp cold unsalted butter, sliced
• 2 tbsp quick-cooking oats

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven and prepare cake pans.
2. Whisk together the flour, sugars, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Add the milk, oil, vanilla, eggs, and water, mixing until well combined.
3. Pour the batter into the pans and bake until a toothpick comes out clean. Let the cakes cool.
4. For the filling, cook the blueberries with sugar, cornstarch, and water until thickened. Let it cool.
5. For the frosting, beat the butter, shortening, powdered sugar, blueberry puree, and cinnamon until fluffy.
6. Assemble the cake with layers of cake, blueberry filling, and frosting.
7. For the crumble, mix flour, sugars, butter, and oats until crumbly. Bake until golden.
8. Decorate the cake with frosting, the baked crumble, and extra blueberries.

Savor the delightful blend of flavors and textures in this Sumptuous Blueberry Crumble Cake – a true celebration of taste!