Lemon Blueberry Buckle Recipe
Calling all dessert lovers! Our lemon blueberry buckle recipe is a scrumptious twist on a classic favorite. The perfect balance of citrusy goodness and fruity bliss.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 2 lemons zest and juice
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Streusel Topping:
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
Instructions
Prep and Preheat
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9x9 inch baking dish and set it aside.
- Dry Ingredients and Lemon Zest
- In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, salt, and baking powder.
- Zest both lemons using a zester or fine grater, and add the zest to the dry ingredient mixture. Give it a quick mix to distribute the zest evenly.
Wet Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, crack the eggs and beat them until they're frothy.
- Add the softened butter to the eggs and whisk until the mixture is well combined and creamy.
- Squeeze the juice from both lemons and add it to the egg and butter mixture.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and mix until everything is incorporated.
Bringing it All Together
- Gently fold the wet ingredients mixture into the dry ingredients mixture until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are totally fine.
- Gently fold in the fresh blueberries. They're like little juicy gems waiting to shine!
Streusel Stardom
- In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and ground cinnamon for the streusel topping.
- Pour the melted butter over the sugar-cinnamon mixture and stir until it forms a crumbly texture.
Baking Brilliance
- Pour the batter into the greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle the streusel topping over the batter, distributing it in an even layer.
Into the Oven
- Pop the baking dish into the preheated oven and let the magic happen. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Sweet Victory
- Once the Lemon Blueberry Buckle has baked to golden perfection, carefully remove it from the oven.
- Let it cool for a bit before serving. This dessert is heavenly both warm and at room temperature.
