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Blackberry Buckle

A delightful dessert that combines soft cake and juicy blackberries with a crispy streusel topping.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 cups fresh blackberries
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons cold butter cut into small pieces

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease your 9-inch round cake pan with butter or cooking spray.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup of flour, 1 cup of sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1 cup of sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, mixing well until combined.
  6. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk until just combined.
  7. Gently fold in the blackberries.
  8. In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Cut in the cold butter until crumbly, then sprinkle over the batter.
  9. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle the topping evenly over the top.
  10. Bake for 45 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Notes

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or cold. Can be made with other fruits like raspberries or blueberries.