Indulging in a slice of Berry Streusel Coffee Cake is like wrapping yourself in a warm, comforting hug. This delightful treat combines the sweetness of fresh berries with a crumbly streusel topping, making it a perfect choice for breakfasts, brunches, or even dessert.
Ingredients
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2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup buttermilk
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups mixed fresh berries (such as blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for the streusel)
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed (for the streusel)
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted (for the streusel)
1 tsp cinnamon (for the streusel)
1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional, for the streusel)
Instructions
Preheat your oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
Prepare the dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Mix the wet ingredients: In another bowl, combine the softened butter, buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until well blended.
Combine mixtures: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake moist.
Fold in the berries: Gently fold the fresh berries into the batter, being careful not to break them.
Prepare the streusel: In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, brown sugar, melted butter, cinnamon, and nuts (if using) until crumbly.
Assemble the cake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle the streusel topping generously over the batter.
Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
Cool and serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.
