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Lemon Blueberry Coffee Cake

A moist and flavorful coffee cake bursting with fresh blueberries and zesty lemon. Perfect for breakfast or a delightful afternoon treat.
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

Coffee Cake Batter

  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1.5 cups fresh blueberries

Streusel Topping

  • 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cup packed brown sugar
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.33 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt for the batter. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract and lemon zest.
  • Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk to the wet ingredients, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  • Gently fold in the fresh blueberries.
  • Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  • In a separate bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and cinnamon for the streusel topping. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the batter.
  • Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

This cake is best served warm or at room temperature. It pairs wonderfully with a cup of coffee or tea.