Classic Blueberry Buckle

Few things capture the sweet essence of summer like a classic blueberry buckle cake.

This old-fashioned treat combines a moist, buttery cake bursting with plump, juicy blueberries and a crisp, sugary streusel topping for the ultimate indulgence.

Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue, summer brunch, or just craving a taste of the season, this easy blueberry buckle recipe is sure to be a crowdpleaser.

What is a Buckle Cake?

You may be wondering, what exactly is a buckle? This beloved dessert (also known as a fruit-filled coffee cake) consists of a dense, thick batter studded with fresh or frozen fruit like blueberries, raspberries, or peaches.

The cake “buckles” and cracks as it bakes, allowing the streusel topping to form a crispy, sugary crust over the tender, fruity interior.

Buckles make an excellent breakfast or brunch cake, but are equally at home as a homey dessert.

This blueberry version strikes the perfect balance of sweet and tart with its juicy berries and buttery, cinnamon-scented crumb topping.

Ingredients

For the Buckle:

2 cups cake flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
4 tbsp butter room temperature
3/4 cup sugar
1 egg
1/2 cup whole milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
For the Streusel Topping:
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup cake flour
1/2 tsp cinnamon
4 tbsp cold butter cubed