Blackberry Cream Cheese Coffee Cake

Indulge in the irresistible layers of this Blackberry Cream Cheese Coffee Cake, a delightful combination of tangy cream cheese, juicy blackberries, and a buttery streusel topping. Perfectly moist and tender thanks to buttermilk, this homemade coffee cake features a balance of sweetness and tartness that makes it an ideal treat for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. The addition of a cinnamon-infused streusel lends a touch of warmth and crunch, while the cream cheese layer creates a velvety contrast to the tender cake crumb. Whether made with fresh or frozen blackberries, this easy-to-follow recipe yields a crowd-pleasing dish that’s as beautiful as it is delicious—perfect for gatherings or simply savoring with your morning coffee.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.75 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 whole large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 0.5 cup powdered sugar
• 1.5 cups blackberries, fresh or frozen
• 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour (for the streusel)
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.

Step 3

Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut in 3/4 cup cold cubed butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together 1 cup buttermilk, 1 egg, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix just until combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Spread two-thirds of the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly.

Step 6

In a separate bowl, beat together 8 ounces of softened cream cheese, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the batter.

Step 7

Scatter 1 1/2 cups of blackberries evenly over the cream cheese layer.

Step 8

Dollop the remaining batter over the blackberries and gently spread it out. It’s okay if it doesn’t completely cover the berries.

Step 9

To make the streusel topping, combine 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup melted butter, and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon in a small bowl. Mix until crumbly, then sprinkle the streusel evenly over the cake.

Step 10

Bake the coffee cake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 11

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your Blackberry Cream Cheese Coffee Cake warm or at room temperature!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1648.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5339.9

Total Fat 288.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 176.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 980.6mg	0%
Sodium 3523.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 635.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.1g	0%
Total Sugars 337.4g
Protein 71.1g	0%

Vitamin D 255.4IU	0%
Calcium 790.8mg	0%
Iron 20.7mg	0%
Potassium 1536.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.9%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 46.8%