Blueberry Cream Cheese Coffee Cake
Indulge in a slice of Blueberry Cream Cheese Coffee Cake, where soft buttery cake meets juicy blueberries and a rich cream cheese swirl. This delightful dessert is perfect for brunch or an afternoon treat, transforming any occasion into a flavorful celebration. With its sweet and tangy profile, this cake not only looks stunning but also delivers an irresistible aroma that will brighten your day.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder. Set aside.
- In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla.
- Gradually fold in the dry mixture until just combined. Gently fold in blueberries.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth.
- Pour half of the batter into the pan, dollop with the cream cheese mixture, then top with remaining batter; swirl gently with a knife.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean. Cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider substituting blueberries with raspberries or blackberries. You can add lemon zest for a refreshing citrus note.