Strawberry Buckle Recipe

This strawberry buckle recipe combines fluffy cake, juicy strawberries, and sweet cinnamon streusel, making it the perfect Summer dessert.

Whether served warm with a dollop of fresh whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, this strawberry buckle is guaranteed to be a hit at any gathering.

Why You’ll Love This Strawberry Buckle Recipe

Nothing says summer quite like a strawberry buckle! This dessert combines a moist, fluffy cake with ripe, juicy strawberries and a cinnamon-spiced streusel, creating a treat that’s as delicious as it is simple to make.

What is A Buckle?

So, what exactly is a buckle? A buckle is a single-layer cake baked with berries and topped with a crumbly streusel.

Compared to crisps, cobblers, or crumbles, a buckle has more batter, resulting in a cakey texture that beautifully “buckles” around the fruit as it bakes.

The best part?

The ingredients in this strawberry buckle recipe are simple, and you likely have most of them in your pantry—just add fresh strawberries to complete this perfect summer dessert!

Ingredients You’ll Need:

• 2 cups strawberries, sliced
• 1 lemon, juiced
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/3 cup heavy cream
• 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 1/4 cup white sugar, divided
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 stick butter (6 Tablespoons cubed and divided from the other 2 Tablespoons)
• 1 egg

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9 or 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper and set it aside.
2. Prepare the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, cream together 3/4 cup of sugar, 2 tablespoons of butter, and the sour cream using a handheld mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add the egg and continue beating until smooth and fully incorporated.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups of the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the sour cream mixture. Mix until you have a thick, smooth batter.
4. Add Lemon Juice: Stir in the juice of one lemon to the batter, mixing until well combined.
5. Assemble the Buckle: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Arrange the sliced strawberries on top of the batter, pressing them slightly into the batter.
6. Make the Crumb Topping: In a small bowl, combine the remaining 1/2 cup flour, 1/2 cup sugar, and cinnamon. Mix the (6 Tablespoons) of cubed butter with the other ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the strawberries.
7. Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Cool and Serve: Let the buckle cool in the baking dish for 10-15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. This buckle is best enjoyed warm, but you can also reheat it in the oven for a few minutes before serving.

Tips and Variations:

• Try Different Fruits: This recipe is versatile so you can customize it easily to make your own recipe for strawberry buckle! Swap out strawberries for blueberries or a mixture of both to make a blueberry strawberry buckle. Add in rhubarb to make a rhubarb strawberry buckle or use raspberries, or a mix of your favorite berries to create your own homemade fruit buckle.
• Adjust the Sweetness: If you prefer a sweeter buckle, sprinkle a little extra sugar on top before baking the strawberry buckle cake recipe.
• Make It Gluten-Free: Substitute the all-purpose flour with your favorite gluten-free baking blend for a gluten-free version of this delicious buckle.

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