Banana Blueberry Coffee Cake is the lovechild of fruit salad and dessert, masquerading as breakfast. Sweet bananas and tangy blueberries collide in this moist, crumb-topped masterpiece. It’s the cake that pretends to be healthy because, hey, it has fruit! But let’s not kid ourselves—this indulgent treat pairs perfectly with coffee or guilt-free snacking. Whether you serve it at brunch or eat it straight from the pan at midnight, it never disappoints. The crumbly topping and juicy blueberries keep every bite unpredictable. Basically, this coffee cake is the multitasking hero your dessert table deserves.
Banana Blueberry Coffee Cake
A moist banana-blueberry cake topped with buttery crumbs, perfect for brunch, dessert, or guilt-ridden midnight cravings.
Ingredients
Cake Batter:
- 2 ripe bananas mashed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
Crumb Topping:
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup cold butter cubed
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Beat butter and sugar until creamy. Add eggs, mashed bananas, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with sour cream.
- Gently fold in blueberries to avoid smashing them.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
- For the crumb topping, mix brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Cut in butter until it resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle evenly over the batter.
- Bake for 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 310
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin C: 6%
- Potassium: 8%
- Calcium: 5%
- Iron: 5%
- Vitamin A: 6%
Additional Notes
- Add a handful of chopped nuts for extra crunch.
- Swap sour cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter texture.
- Use frozen blueberries, but thaw and drain them first to prevent excess moisture.
