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Decadent Blueberry Breakfast Cake

A moist, buttery breakfast cake packed with juicy blueberries and a soft crumb, perfect for brunch or a cozy morning treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs large
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup milk
  • 2 cups blueberries
  • 1 tbsp flour for coating berries
  • 1 tsp lemon zest

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking pan
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking pan.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cream butter and sugar until fluffy, then add eggs and vanilla.
  4. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk to form batter.
  5. Fold in flour-coated blueberries gently.
  6. Pour into pan and bake 40–45 minutes.
  7. Cool, dust with powdered sugar, slice, and serve.

Notes

Do not overmix batter. Toss blueberries in flour to prevent sinking. Use fresh or frozen berries.