Ina Garten Blueberry Crumb Cake Recipe
Emily Carter
Do you love soft cake and juicy berries? Then you will love this Ina Garten Blueberry Crumb Cake Recipe. It is the perfect treat for breakfast or dessert. I have made this cake many times for my friends.
Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 45 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr 5 minutes mins
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 9
Calories 380 kcal
- 1/4 cup Granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup Light brown sugar packed
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 1/4 pound 1 stick Unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 3/4 cups All-purpose flour
Make the Crumb Topping
Mix the sugars, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a medium bowl. Pour in the melted butter and stir. Add the flour and mix with a fork. It should look like big, moist crumbs.
Cream the Butter and Sugar
Add Eggs and Flavorings
Add the eggs one at a time while mixing. Then, stir in the vanilla, lemon zest, and sour cream. Mix until the batter looks smooth. It might look slightly curdled, but that is okay.
Sift and Combine Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Slowly add this to the wet ingredients. Mix on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix the batter.
Spread Batter into the Pan
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Room Temperature Ingredients: Always use room temperature eggs and butter. This ensures the batter blends perfectly without lumps.
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Don't Overmix: When you add the flour, stop mixing as soon as it disappears. Overmixing makes the cake tough instead of tender.
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Frozen Berries: You can use frozen berries if fresh ones are not in season. Do not thaw them first. Just toss them in frozen.
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Lemon Juice: Add a tablespoon of lemon juice for extra tang. It pairs beautifully with the sweet blueberries.
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Nutty Crunch: Add half a cup of chopped pecans to the topping. This adds a lovely earthy flavor and more crunch.
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