Blueberry Buckle

Blueberry Buckle
65 min.
9
190kcal

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Blueberry Buckle: A Delectable Dessert

Indulge in the delightful Blueberry Buckle, a scrumptious dessert that combines the natural sweetness of fresh or frozen blueberries with a tender, buttery cake. This recipe, which serves 9, is not only simple to follow but also yields a stunning, homemade treat that's perfect for any occasion. Each serving contains approximately 190 calories, making it a guilt-free option for those with a sweet tooth.

The Blueberry Buckle's unique charm lies in its two layers: a moist, fluffy base enriched with milk, flour, and a hint of cinnamon, and a generous topping of blueberries nestled into a buttery, crumbly mixture. The use of both shortening and butter adds a rich depth of flavor, while the cinnamon adds a warm, comforting note that complements the blueberries beautifully.

With a preparation time of around 65 minutes, including baking, this recipe is ideal for when you have a little time to spare but want to impress your family and friends with a homemade dessert. The end result is a beautiful, golden cake speckled with blueberries and crowned with a crumbly, buttery topping that's both crunchy and melt-in-your-mouth tender.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, the Blueberry Buckle is a must-try recipe that's bound to become a new favorite. So, grab your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to enjoy a slice of blueberry heaven!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  • cups blueberries fresh
  • 0.3 cup butter softened
  •  eggs 
  • 0.3 cup flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.5 cup milk 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup shortening 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. In a medium bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Beat in egg.
  2. Combine flour, baking powder and salt; add alternately with milk to creamed mixture.
  3. Pour into an ungreased 8-in. square baking pan. Arrange blueberries on top.
  4. In another bowl, cream butter and sugar.
  5. Combine flour and cinnamon; add gradually to creamed mixture. Crumble over blueberries.
  6. Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories190kcal
Protein3.76%
Fat54.72%
Carbs41.52%

Properties

Glycemic Index
41.12
Glycemic Load
12.32
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
3.5643477906352%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
2.78mg
Petunidin
10.37mg
Delphinidin
11.65mg
Malvidin
22.23mg
Peonidin
6.67mg
Catechin
1.74mg
Epigallocatechin
0.22mg
Epicatechin
0.2mg
Luteolin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.55mg
Myricetin
0.43mg
Quercetin
2.52mg
Gallocatechin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:189.68kcal
9.48%
Fat:11.9g
18.3%
Saturated Fat:5.09g
31.79%
Carbohydrates:20.31g
6.77%
Net Carbohydrates:19.34g
7.03%
Sugar:15.05g
16.73%
Cholesterol:33.37mg
11.12%
Sodium:253.27mg
11.01%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.84g
3.68%
Vitamin K:9.92µg
9.45%
Manganese:0.16mg
8.21%
Calcium:64.13mg
6.41%
Selenium:3.5µg
4.99%
Vitamin E:0.75mg
4.98%
Phosphorus:48.51mg
4.85%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.81%
Vitamin A:224.02IU
4.48%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.97%
Fiber:0.97g
3.9%
Vitamin C:3.19mg
3.87%
Folate:12.94µg
3.23%
Iron:0.49mg
2.71%
Vitamin B5:0.23mg
2.33%
Vitamin B3:0.43mg
2.16%
Vitamin B12:0.13µg
2.12%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.81%
Potassium:59.73mg
1.71%
Vitamin D:0.25µg
1.65%
Copper:0.03mg
1.52%
Zinc:0.21mg
1.42%
Magnesium:5.58mg
1.4%