Sheet Pan Blueberry Crumb Coffee Cake
A tender vanilla cake studded with fresh blueberries and topped with a buttery cinnamon crumb topping, baked all together on one sheet pan. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 55 minutes layers all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 270 calories and feeds 12, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 6 tbsp cold unsalted butter
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 12x17 inch rimmed baking sheet.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 2 tsp baking powder, and 1/2 tsp salt.
- Step 3: In another bowl, beat 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter with 1 cup whole milk, 2 large eggs, and 2 tsp vanilla extract until well combined.
- Step 4: Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir just until combined; gently fold in 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries.
- Step 5: Spread batter evenly on the prepared sheet pan.
- Step 6: For crumb topping, mix 3/4 cup brown sugar, 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, and 6 tbsp cold unsalted butter cut into small pieces using your fingers or a pastry cutter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Step 7: Sprinkle crumb topping evenly over the batter.
- Step 8: Bake for 35-40 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the topping is golden.
- Step 9: Let cool on the pan for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Blueberry Crumb Coffee Cake take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (15 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Sheet Pan Blueberry Crumb Coffee Cake?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Blueberry Crumb Coffee Cake?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Sheet Pan Blueberry Crumb Coffee Cake for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 12 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 12). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Sheet Pan Blueberry Crumb Coffee Cake?
American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
