Sherry Blueberry Cream Cheese Crumb Cake: A Dreamy, Boozy Twist on Classic Coffee Cake! 🫐🍰


 

This isn’t just any blueberry crumb cake—it’s a rich, velvety masterpiece with layers of tart blueberries, creamy cheesecake swirl, and a buttery crumb topping, all kissed with a splash of sherry for sophisticated depth. Perfect for brunch, dessert, or with your afternoon tea, this cake is moist, tender, and unforgettable.


Why You’ll Obsess Over This Cake

✅ Cream cheese ribbon – Adds a luscious, tangy surprise in every bite.
✅ Sherry-kissed berries – Elevates the flavor beyond basic blueberry cakes.
✅ Buttery crumb crown – Extra thick and crunchy (the best part!).
✅ Easy to make – No fancy techniques, just layers of deliciousness.


Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Cake Batter:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 tsp baking powder

  • ½ tsp baking soda

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened

  • ¾ cup granulated sugar

  • large eggs

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • ½ cup sour cream

  • 2 tbsp cream sherry (or sub orange juice for non-alcoholic)

For the Blueberry Layer:

  • 2 cups fresh blueberries (or frozen, unthawed)

  • 1 tbsp flour (to prevent sinking)

  • 1 tbsp sherry (or lemon juice)

For the Cream Cheese Swirl:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened

  • ¼ cup sugar

  • egg yolk

  • ½ tsp vanilla

For the Crumb Topping:

  • ½ cup flour

  • ¼ cup brown sugar

  • ¼ cup granulated sugar

  • ½ tsp cinnamon

  • ¼ cup cold butter, cubed


Step-by-Step Instructions



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