Pioneer Woman Blueberry Coffee Cake

This Pioneer Woman Blueberry Coffee Cake is a soft and buttery breakfast treat, which uses fresh blueberries and a cinnamon crumb topping. It’s a classic, foolproof recipe, perfect for brunch or an afternoon snack.

Pioneer Woman Blueberry Coffee Cake Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries

For the Crumb Topping:

• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/3 cup flour
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 cup cold butter (cut into cubes)

How To Make Pioneer Woman Blueberry Coffee Cake

1. Preheat oven and prep pan: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking dish.
2. Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. Cream butter and sugar: In a separate bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add egg and vanilla, mixing well.
4. Combine batter: Add dry mixture to creamed mixture, alternating with milk. Stir just until combined.
5. Add blueberries: Gently fold in the blueberries using a spatula.
6. Make crumb topping: In another bowl, mix sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Cut in cold butter with a fork until crumbly.
7. Assemble and bake: Spread the batter evenly in the pan. Sprinkle crumb topping over the batter. Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
8. Cool and serve: Let cool slightly. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Recipe Tips

• Can I use frozen blueberries? Yes, just don’t thaw them first—toss in a little flour to prevent bleeding.
• How to keep the topping crisp: Use cold butter and don’t overmix the crumb.
• Can I add lemon zest? Absolutely, it pairs beautifully with blueberries.
• Can this be made ahead? Yes, it keeps well for a couple of days and can be frozen.
• How to serve it: Warm with butter, a dusting of powdered sugar, or a drizzle of glaze.

What To Serve With Blueberry Coffee Cake

This cozy cake pairs well with:

• Hot coffee or tea
• Scrambled eggs or omelets
• Yogurt and fruit
• Bacon or sausage links
• A dollop of whipped cream

How To Store Blueberry Coffee Cake

Room Temp: Store covered for up to 2 days.
Refrigerate: Keep in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Freeze: Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temp and warm before serving.

Blueberry Coffee Cake Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 280
• Carbohydrates: 38g
• Protein: 3g
• Fat: 13g
• Sugar: 19g
• Fiber: 2g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and methods used.

FAQs

Can I double the recipe?
Yes, use a 9×13-inch pan and increase bake time slightly.

How do I prevent blueberries from sinking?
Toss them in a little flour before folding into the batter.

Is this cake good cold?
Yes, it’s delicious warm or at room temp.

Can I use buttermilk instead of milk?
Yes, it will add extra richness and moisture.

Can I skip the crumb topping?
You can, but it adds a lot of texture and flavor.

Try More Recipes:

• Pioneer Woman Blueberry Basil Limeade
• Pioneer Woman Blueberry Ice Cream
• Pioneer Woman Blueberry Yogurt Smoothie