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August 14, 2019

Blueberry Buckle

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This Blueberry Buckle consists of moist cake which is filled with lots of juicy berries and topped with a yummy streusel topping! It’s dairy and egg free, with gluten free and refined sugar free options! 

Blueberry Buckle | Vegan friendly with gluten and refined sugar free options.I’m going to be sad when berry season comes to an end. If I’m not piling berries onto my pancakes or waffles, I’m adding them to my yogurt, throwing them into smoothies, baking with them, or just snacking on them fresh. They’re probably my favorite fruit!

Not only are they delicious, they’re also full of healthy vitamins and antioxidants! 

Blueberry Buckle | Vegan friendly with gluten and refined sugar free options.Blueberry Buckle | Vegan friendly with gluten and refined sugar free options.I’m not sure I could pick a favorite out of the group though, if you asked me. I love using blackberries in pies and cobblers, blueberries in muffins and crisps, strawberries in shortcakes and cakes, and raspberries in bars and on cheesecake. They’re such a versatile fruit, aren’t they?

I made my first blueberry buckle years ago after seeing it in my Southern Living cookbook. I had never heard of it, but it was basically butter, sugar, and flour with some berries thrown in, so it had to be good, right? It’s kind of like a cross between a blueberry muffin and coffee cake. The “buckle” name comes from the streusel buckling on top of the cake while it’s baking in the oven. Whatever it’s called, it’s really delicious!

Blueberry Buckle | Vegan friendly with gluten and refined sugar free options.Blueberry Buckle | Vegan friendly with gluten and refined sugar free options.In lieu of all the butter and sugar found in most recipes, I use coconut oil and maple syrup/coconut sugar. I also made it gluten-free and vegan friendly, since it uses no dairy or eggs.

Blueberry is a common fruit for buckles, but you could use any other berry or even a stone fruit, like peaches or cherries.

Blueberry Buckle | Vegan friendly with gluten and refined sugar free options.Blueberry Buckle | Vegan friendly with gluten and refined sugar free options.This cake is definitely worth a try. It’s great for breakfast, dessert, or just a simple snack to go with coffee or tea. And if you like simple cakes like this, scroll down for more ideas!

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Blueberry Buckle


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  • Author: Joscelyn Abreu
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 9–12 servings 1x
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Enjoy this moist cake which is filled with lots of juicy berries and topped with a yummy streusel topping! It’s dairy and egg free, with gluten free and refined sugar free options!


Ingredients

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Streusel:

  • 1/3 cup unbleached all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour blend
  • 1/4 cup coconut sugar, brown sugar, or cane sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3 tablespoons solid coconut oil or cold butter

Blueberry Cake:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (or for gluten-free: 1 1/4 cup for cup gluten-free all-purpose baking flour blend + 3/4 cup almond flour)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup almond milk or other milk of choice
  • 2/3 cup maple syrup or honey (I used a combo of both)
  • 1/4 cup melted butter or coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups blueberries, fresh or frozen

Instructions

Streusel:

  1. In a medium bowl, blend together the flour, sugar, and cinnamon until well combined. Use a fork or pastry blender to cut coconut oil or butter into the flour mixture until it’s crumbly. Set aside.

Blueberry Cake:

  1. Preheat oven to 350ºF. Lightly grease an 8″ or 9″ pan and set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour(s), baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk, maple syrup, butter/oil, and vanilla mixing just until combined. Fold in blueberries.
  3. Pour batter into prepared pan and sprinkle streusel evenly over the top.
  4. Place pan into the oven and bake for 45–60 minutes, just until center is set or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out almost clean. Serves 9–12
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Category: dessert, gluten-free, vegan

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  1. Dee says

    August 19, 2022 at 10:18 am

    I’ve made this several times and it is always delicious!

    ★★★★★

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    • Joscelyn | Wife Mama Foodie says

      August 19, 2022 at 1:50 pm

      So glad you are enjoying this recipe, Dee! Perfect way to use up those summer berries! Thanks for taking the time to leave a review!

      Reply
  2. Hannah says

    July 21, 2020 at 10:24 pm

    Can I use oil instead of coconut oil?

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    • Joscelyn | Wife Mama Foodie says

      July 21, 2020 at 10:27 pm

      Hi Hannah, oil will work in the cake part, but you’ll want to use a firm oil, either butter/margarine or coconut oil for the streusel. Hope you enjoy it! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Laura says

    August 20, 2019 at 12:00 pm

    The recipe does not include the oven temperature… I used 350, but then had to bake it longer.
    Also, this is SO delicious, I would say it serves more like 6-8.

    Reply
  4. Karen says

    August 17, 2019 at 10:06 pm

    Do you know what paleo flours would work for the gluten free flour blend? Most GF blends use grains or legumes, which I can’t eat. I’m wondering about Cassava, Tigernut or almond flours, maybe with Tapioca or arrowroot?

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    • Joscelyn | Wife Mama Foodie says

      October 7, 2019 at 10:05 pm

      Hi Karen, I haven’t tried this using only grain-free flours, so I’m not really sure what could be substituted. However, I know Bob’s Red Mill has a paleo flour (affiliate link HERE) that might work as a gluten-free flour replacement in recipes. Hope this helps!

      Reply
  5. Natalie says

    August 15, 2019 at 12:22 am

    Looks so delicious! I love blueberry desserts – perfect with some ice cream in the summer ♥

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