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