Description
At its heart, this particular baked good is a thoughtful fusion of two timeless culinary favorites: a moist, yogurt-infused sponge and a traditional streusel topping. By layering these elements together, you create a texturally diverse masterpiece known as a triple berry crumble breakfast cake. The base consists of a rich, tender cake batter structured with fine flour and leavening agents, then enriched with wholesome Greek yogurt to guarantee a moist texture that lasts for days.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cake
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¾ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- ¼ cup milk
- 1½ cups mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries)
For the Crumble Topping
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 5 tbsp cold unsalted butter, cubed
Optional Glaze
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tbsp milk
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
For the Cake
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¾ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- ¼ cup milk
- 1½ cups mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries)
For the Crumble Topping
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 5 tbsp cold unsalted butter, cubed
Optional Glaze
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tbsp milk
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crumble
- Mix flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl.
- Add cold butter and rub together until crumbly.
- Set aside while preparing the cake.
2. Make the Cake Batter
- Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F).
- Grease and line an 8-inch square or 9-inch round baking pan.
- Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together.
- Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla.
- Stir in Greek yogurt and milk.
- Gradually add dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Fold in the berries gently.
3. Assemble and Bake
- Spread batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Sprinkle crumble topping over the batter.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool for 15–20 minutes before slicing.
4. Add Glaze (Optional)
Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake.
Notes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 360 kcal
Keywords: Mixed berry coffee cake, fruit streusel breakfast bake, berry crumb morning cake