Blueberry Oatmeal Cake is a wholesome, moist, and delicious dessert that combines the natural sweetness of blueberries with the hearty texture of oats. This cake is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a light dessert, offering a comforting blend of flavors with a subtle cinnamon spice. The juicy bursts of blueberries throughout the tender oat-filled crumb make every bite satisfying and flavorful. Not too sweet, yet perfectly indulgent, this cake is a great way to enjoy the goodness of oats and fresh fruit in a delicious, simple-to-make treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
For the topping:
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Prepare the oats: In a small bowl, pour the boiling water over the rolled oats. Let the mixture sit for 10-15 minutes to soften the oats.
- Make the batter: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, and mix until combined. Stir in the softened oats.
- Combine the dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
- Add the blueberries: Gently fold in the blueberries and walnuts (if using) until evenly distributed.
- Prepare the topping: In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, rolled oats, cinnamon, and melted butter.
- Assemble and bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly. Sprinkle the topping mixture over the batter. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and serve: Let the cake cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.
This Blueberry Oatmeal Cake is a deliciously moist and tender treat, perfect for any time of the day, and bursting with the freshness of blueberries!
