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Ina Garten Blueberry Crumb Cake Recipe

Ina Garten Blueberry Crumb Cake Recipe

Emily Carter
There is something special about a soft, buttery cake filled with juicy blueberries. This Ina Garten Blueberry Crumb Cake Recipe is one of my all-time favorites.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Cake:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups fresh blueberries

For the Crumb Topping:

  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup butter cold, cubed
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions
 

Prepare the Oven and Pan

  • Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease your baking pan lightly with butter. You can also line it with parchment paper. This helps the cake come out easily after baking.

Mix the Dry Ingredients

  • Take a bowl and add flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix them well using a spoon or whisk. This step helps everything combine evenly later.

Cream Butter and Sugar

  • In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. This takes about 3–4 minutes. It makes the cake soft and airy.

Add Eggs and Vanilla

  • Add eggs one at a time. Mix well after each egg. Then add vanilla extract. This gives the cake a sweet and warm flavor.

Combine Wet and Dry Mixture

  • Now slowly add the dry ingredients into the butter mixture. Add milk little by little. Mix gently until smooth. Do not overmix.

Fold in Blueberries

  • Add fresh blueberries into the batter. Gently fold them using a spatula. This keeps them whole and juicy.

Make the Crumb Topping

  • In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Add cold butter cubes. Use your fingers to make a crumb texture.

Assemble the Cake

  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Spread it evenly. Sprinkle the crumb topping on top.

Bake the Cake

  • Place the pan in the oven. Bake for 40–45 minutes. The top should be golden brown. Insert a toothpick to check. It should come out clean.

Cool and Serve

  • Let the cake cool for 15 minutes. Then slice and serve. It tastes amazing warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Use frozen blueberries if fresh are not available
  • Add lemon zest for a fresh taste
  • Do not overmix the batter
  • Use room temperature ingredients for best results
  • Try adding nuts in the crumb topping for crunch
Keyword Ina Garten Blueberry Crumb Cake Recipe