
Mar 03 , 2025
Blackberry Orange Coffee Cake: A Bright and Flavorful Treat
A good coffee cake is the perfect companion for a slow morning or an afternoon pick-me-up. This Blackberry Orange Coffee Cake takes things up a notch with a fresh citrus twist, a sweet blackberry drizzle, and a crumbly, buttery topping. The combination of juicy blackberries and bright orange zest brings a burst of flavor, while the rich, tender cake makes every bite comforting.
This recipe is not only delicious but also infused with PureNative water-soluble CBD drops for an extra element of relaxation. Whether you’re serving it at brunch or enjoying a slice with your favorite coffee, this cake is sure to become a favorite.

Blackberry Drizzle
Ingredients
- 12 oz fresh blackberries
- ¼ cup sugar
- ¼ cup water
- Juice from one lemon
- 6mL drops (168mg CBD) of PureNative water-soluble CBD (10.5mg CBD per serving)
Tools
- Medium saucepan
- Fine mesh sieve
- Spatula
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the blackberries, sugar, water, and lemon juice. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Reduce heat and gently press the blackberries against the side of the pan to release their juices.
- Simmer for an additional 10 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
- Strain the blackberry sauce through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds and pulp, using a spatula to extract as much juice as possible.
- Once strained, mix in the water-soluble isolate to ensure even distribution.
Crumble Topping
Ingredients
- ½ cup flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- ¼ cup butter, cubed
Coffee Cake
Ingredients
- ½ cup orange juice
- 2 oranges, zested
- 2 cups flour
- 2 teaspoons orange zest
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ cup butter, room temperature
- ¾ cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1½ cups fresh blackberries
Tools
- 8-inch square baking pan
- Parchment paper
- Medium bowl
- Small bowl
- Electric mixer
- Whisk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Coat an 8-inch square baking pan with non-stick cooking spray and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- Make the crumble topping: In a medium bowl, combine flour and sugar. Cut in butter using your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside.
- Prepare the cake batter: Using an electric mixer, cream butter and sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add vanilla and mix until incorporated.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, orange zest, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream and orange juice.
- On low speed, alternate adding the flour mixture and sour cream mixture to the batter, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix just until the flour disappears.
- Spread half the batter into the prepared baking pan. Evenly distribute the blackberries over the batter, then cover with the remaining batter. Sprinkle the crumble mixture on top.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and springy to the touch. Let cool before slicing.
- Drizzle with the Blackberry Drizzle before serving.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- The combination of fresh blackberries and orange zest creates a bright and flavorful cake.
- The crumble topping adds a perfect buttery crunch.
- The blackberry drizzle brings an extra layer of sweetness and color.
- Pairs perfectly with coffee, tea, or as a dessert.
Try it for your next brunch or weekend treat and let us know how it turns out. Enjoy!