Berry Buckle – Skinny Taste

A rustic cake filled with juicy seasonal blueberries, raspberries and blackberries, this Mixed Berry Buckle is the perfect summer dessert.

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If you're not familiar with buckles, they're an old-fashioned dessert that gets its name from the way the dough bends or breaks when the fruit bakes. It's a cross between a cake and a fruit cobbler, and it's delicious. As they bake, the berries release their juices, creating moist, fruity pockets that add a natural sweetness and tartness that complements the cake. I have tried this berry buckle recipe several times but still struggle to keep them moist and delicious and I am so happy with the results! For more berry desserts, don't miss the Blueberry Buttermilk Cake, Triple Berry Crisp, and Red, White, and Blueberry Trifle.

Why This Berry Buckle Recipe Works

I used less butter than most buckles and replaced most of it with applesauce. Buttermilk also helps keep the cake moist, and using fresh, seasonal berries helps keep the cake just sweet enough without adding too much sugar. A crumbly streusel topping is often added to add texture and flavor, but I omitted this to keep it light.

• A great way to use seasonal fruits
• A light, low-fat, slightly sweet summer dessert recipe.
• Weight Watchers Friendly
• It's delicious if you eat it warm after coming out of the oven.

Berry Buckle Ingredients

Here's what you need to make a berry buckle cake with fresh berries: Check the recipe card below for exact measurements.

• all purpose flour This is the base of the berry buckle.
• Baking Soda and Baking Powder Make sure the cake has risen and has an airy texture.
• kosher salt It balances sweetness and brings out the flavors of other ingredients.
• low fat buttermilk Keeps the cake light while adding moisture.
• butter: I only use a small amount of butter because the applesauce helps keep the cake moist.
• Light brown sugar: Seasonal berries are naturally sweet, so you don't need to add a lot of sugar.
• Unsweetened apple sauce Substitute for butter to keep calories low.
• egg Bring the dough together.
• vanilla extract It enhances the flavor and adds a subtle sweetness.
• strawberry: Use equal amounts of blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries.

How to make a berry buckle

This easy berry buckle recipe doesn't take long to prepare. Pop it in the oven and get ready to enjoy a delicious, warm dessert with juicy berries and tender crumbs. Scroll down to see the full recipe.

1. Preview: Preheat oven to 350F. Spray a 9-inch round baking pan with cooking spray. Line the bottom with parchment paper and drizzle with more oil.
2. Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk buttermilk, melted butter, sugar, applesauce, eggs, and vanilla.
4. Combine it all: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. Gently fold in the berries.
5. baking: Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 40-45 minutes.

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One of the standout features of Mixberry Buckle is its versatility. Blueberry buckles are the most popular, but they can be made with a variety of berries, including blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, and strawberries, so you can adapt to what's fresh and available.

• One berry: Replace mixed berries with 3 ½ cups single berries.
• If strawberries are not in seasonUse frozen strawberries.
• Other fruits: Try adding other fruits like peaches or strawberries.
• Citrus fruits: Add a lemon or orange to the wet ingredients for a fresh citrus flavor.
• Make it sugar-free Using monkfruit brown sugar.

How to Serve Berry Buckle Cake

Berry buckle cake is best served warm. For extra strength, serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, vanilla yogurt, or whipped cream. For a healthier whipped cream option, try yogurt whipped cream or dairy-free whipped coconut cream.

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Mixed berry buckles are best eaten warm immediately after baking. However, if you have any leftovers, refrigerate them for up to 5 days. Microwave the cake briefly until warm, or let it sit on the counter at room temperature.

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