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A walk on the Port Hawkesbury Community Trails before it gets too icy!

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The trouble with attempting to master your time , it turns out, is that time ends up mastering you.
Books is about time management, we have approximately 4000 weeks to live so stop worrying about getting things done so you can enjoy later. Live every moment, prioritize happiness.

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Man’s Search For Meaning by Viktor Frankl

It is a memoir of a Holocaust survivor. Viktor shared his experience of living in a concentration camp during World War II.

Based on his own experiences and the stories of other people, he found everyone can survive if they have a reason. Those who had a clear meaning of their lives found their ways to survive.

Frankl argued we could not avoid the suffering. But the response to those sufferings can vary if you have a reason to look forward.

Those who had no reasons or purpose withered away.

So, Frankl argued how we think can vary how we act and react to a situation. Everyone has the capacity to change how they think and act.

The same can be applied in any situation or every situation. If you have a meaning or a purpose behind what you are doing, you can think differently and bring the difference in the outcome. That could be out of the box thinking for many.

For me, it was a life changing book and would recommend to anyone and everyone who are looking forward to changing their behavior and way of thinking. (John Suresh)

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A walk in the woods with this handsome guy!

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Still working on it. It is really relaxing.

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Latest project completed by Jarrod David

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This was my latest project. Through Sharkz Coins in BC I designed this coin based on the ferry I worked on last year. For anyone who is aware the ferry Blue Puttees which was a nickname of the Royal Newfoundland Regiment. Blue Puttees was the Blue leggings that they wore with their uniforms during the war. Here is the completed coin.

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MY HAPPY PLACE.....4.4 Km walk on Cap Rouge.

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Beaver Mountain is especially nice in the winter for snowshoeing - Isn't all the snow wonderful :)

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Mark K

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I always love getting up to Beaver Mountain for a stroll, especially during the fall season. - Mark K

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My PD day was split between the trails and the causeway in Port Hawkesbury.

I could not see any whales but saw several cute seals and enjoyed walking on the Maple and Centennial Park trails for two hours.

The Maple Trail is a good place to let go of your stress by focusing on your front steps.

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I love spending time walking on the Port Hawkesbury Community trails and they are our dog's favorite place to be. Rain or shine - Linda Ouellette

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Beautiful warm day in November. Wilma 🙂

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Nothing screams summer like blueberries, and this scrumptiously moist Blueberry Crumb Cake with crunchy streusel topping and tart lemon glaze certainly hits the spot!

The flavors of blueberry and lemon naturally combine for that irresistible blend of tart and sweetness. Baking them together creates the ultimate flavor palate. Oh my!

Who can resist gorgeous juicy berries in mouthwatering blueberry desserts - especially in this Blueberry Crumb Cake Recipe packed with fresh berries and sprinkled with a buttery streusel topping?!

Your next summer picnic at the family reunion will make heads turn as they fight for a piece of this beauty. So, if you like summer blueberries and you like cake, you'll love this easy recipe!

Key ingredients & substitutions for delicious Blueberry Coffee Cake

Cinnamon streusel

Flour - Use all-purpose flour or your go-to substitute like almond if you prefer.

Sugar - Regular white sugar provides a delicious sweetness to this blueberry crumb.

Butter - Use cold butter to help create the perfect crunch on top.

Blueberry cake

Blueberries - Fresh blueberries are always the best if possible, but frozen works well, too. Just thaw first and pat dry with something disposable like a paper towel. You can also add a smidge of flour to soak up the moisture before adding them to the batter which also keeps them from sinking to the bottom.

Flour - Again, use all-purpose flour or whatever alternative you normally use.

Baking powder - Make sure it's fresh. You don't want this tiny ingredient to spoil this yummy coffee cake.

Baking soda - The same applies here. Grab a new one if it's been sitting in the fridge for a while.

Butter - Salted or unsalted works. You know your taste buds best!

Sugar - All cooking roads lead to this sweet delight.

Eggs - Any size can be used: medium, large or extra-large.

Sour cream - Looking for a substitute? Use Greek yogurt, buttermilk (adjust the consistency by using less), or coconut milk with lemon juice. These are all great options.

Lemon zest - I love that power-punch smell of lemons when they roll across my trusty lemon zester!

Lemon glaze

Powdered sugar - Forgot to buy the powdered sugar? Substitute it with granulated sugar and cornstarch. For every cup of sugar, add 1 tablespoon of cornstarch.

Lemon juice - This adds the final zesty taste to this scrumptious crumb cake recipe.

How to make Blueberry Crumb Cake with lemon drizzle
This Blueberry Crumb Cake with Lemon Glaze recipe can be made with either fresh or frozen blueberries with the same amazing results.
STEP 1 | Mixing the streusel

In a medium bowl, mix the flour and sugar together first. Then add cold cubed butter until it forms a crumbly mixture. Use your fingers and gently knead it together - or a fork works well too if you're not up to having messy fingers.

STEP 2 | Prepare the oven and pan

Be sure to preheat your oven and use cooking spray to lightly coat a glass baking dish.

STEP 3 | Ready the berries

Rinse the fresh or frozen berries first and drain in a colander or lay them on paper towels and gently dab until the moisture is absorbed.

STEP 4 | Prepare the dry ingredients

Measure and whisk the dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt) together in a medium-size bowl and set aside to add to the mixing bowl when ready.

STEP 5 | Cream the butter

In a separate larger bowl or a stand mixer bowl, measure and add in the butter and sugar. Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy - then add the eggs one at a time.

Next, add the sour cream and vanilla. Remember not to overmix your batter or it will become tough!

STEP 6 | Add in the dry mixture

Time to add the flour mixture and lemon zest into the batter. Once they form a nice smooth mixture, softly fold the blueberries in until they are evenly distributed. Be sure you do this step by hand so you do not end up bursting the delicate and juicy berries.

tips

Overmixing. It's important to avoid overmixing the batter after you add the dry ingredients so that the cake does not turn out tough. Follow the recipe directions and only mix until the dry ingredients are incorporated.

No dry cake. Make sure to follow the recipe correctly and double-check your oven temperature. Too much flour will be absorbed by wet ingredients and in turn, will make it dry.

STEP 7 | Into the pan

In the prepared baking dish, use a spatula to spoon in the thick batter, making sure it's evenly spread to all four corners of the dish. Then get a fresh spoon to sprinkle the crumb topping all over the top of the batter.

tips

Freezin g blueberries. Want to learn how to freeze blueberries? Check out these step-by-step instructions on my blog.

Dry blueberries, please. Don't forget to drain and dry your blueberries- very important! Otherwise, you'll have a purple batter. Oh, no!

Tip on folding. Folding blueberries into the batter simply means gently mixing the berries into the batter very tenderly so as not to crush the fruit.

STEP 8 | Bake, drizzle and serve

Now it is time to place the delicious cake batter with streusel topping in the oven to bake. Be ready for the kitchen to smell incredibly good!

Allow the full 35-40 minutes cook time - don't be tempted to open the oven door and peek or your cake might fall!

Let the warm cake cool for 15 minutes on a wire rack before adding the drizzle or it will just melt and absorb in.

STEP 9 | Make the lemon glaze.

While your cake is cooling, in a small bowl add the powdered sugar and the lemon juice as directed, and stir the mixture until it is creamy and glossy! You can even take a taste to see if it needs anything! Good excuse, right?

Once that the cake is cool you can drizzle the glaze over this mouth-watering blueberry coffee cake and serve. Or, wait until the cake is being served and drizzle each plate with a nice design!

What makes this coffee cake so moist?

Naturally, adding fruit to a cake will create some moistness.

Sour cream in the batter, however, is primarily responsible for the wonderful moistness of this crumb cake.

Creaming the butter and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy helps create a spongy, springy dough, instead of a chewier texture.

Frequently asked questions

How long will this coffee cake keep?

This sour cream coffee cake will last for about 3 days if kept at room temperature and in an airtight container.

Can I refrigerate it or freeze it, and if so, for how long?

Yes, you can refrigerate it for up to a week. If you need to keep it longer, then pop it in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Is this blueberry crumb better served hot or at room temperature?

The answer is strictly a taste preference. To me, there's nothing better than a warm crumb cake fresh out of the oven served with a scoop of ice cream!

Can I make this a gluten-free coffee cake?

Absolutely! Substitute with gluten-free flour and make sure the sour cream and vanilla extract you buy are gluten-free and you're good to go.

Serving suggestions

Coffee cakes are actually the perfect fit for any occasion: a just-because brunch with the girlfriends and this Raspberry Ricotta Cake; a quick grab-and-go breakfast with this Cranberry Orange Bread; a thank you to the kids' teachers like this Apple Walnut Cake; or to end an exhausting day curled up with a warm piece of Brown Sugar Pecan Coffee Cake and creamy ice cream.

This Blueberry Streusel Cake can be enjoyed in so many ways. Here are a few of my ideas:

More toppings?

Make this crumb cake recipe a dessert and go ahead and take it over the top!

A scoop of ice cream - The ultimate dessert topping! And if you're really crazy about that blueberry flavor, try this No-Churn Blueberry Ice Cream. Or if you love blueberries and strawberries, what would be better than Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream? Yum!

A dollop of whipped cream - Make homemade, spray it out of the can, or plop a spoonful from the container!

Smear the cream cheese - Warm a slice in the microwave and slather cream cheese on that baby! It will almost taste like a danish.

Behind the recipe: Blueberry Crumb Cake

It's a good thing that blueberry season is just around the corner because I've almost used up my freezer supply and I know I need to make one of these Blueberry Crumb Cakes again soon!

Lucky for us, my father-in-law has mature blueberry bushes and every summer he graciously shares the bounty with us. As a result, we enjoy blueberry compote on pancakes, blueberry streusel muffins, and blueberry pie bars all year long.

It is true - the lazy days of summer encourage these types of lip-smacking dessert recipes. So, the next time you're headed to a family gathering or kayaking down the river, or just chilling in the hammock in the backyard, bring out this scrumptious coffee cake and enjoy!

Please share!

Your shares are how this site grows and I appreciate each one. Do you know someone who would enjoy this recipe? I'd love it if you would share it on Facebook or on your favorite Pinterest board!

Blueberry Crumb Cake with Lemon Glaze

About Sheila Thigpen

Recipe Developer, Food Photographer, Food Writer

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Nothing screams summer like blueberries, and this scrumptiously moist Blueberry Crumb Cake with crunchy streusel topping and tart lemon glaze certainly hits the spot! The flavors of blueberry and lemon naturally combine for that irresistible blend of tart and sweetness. Baking them together creates the ultimate flavor palate. Oh my!

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It’s not an outdoor pic, but for my wellness activity, besides having lunch with some of the Student Services Team, I was able to spend the evening with my Mom, just her and I. ❤️  - Monica

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The daily walk usually includes a swim for my little gal Shera who we rescued nine years ago this week.

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It was a nice crisp day to walk along the beautiful trails. Had a couple of long overdue telephone calls with old friends and a short cap nap. I hope that you all enjoy the sunshine before the snow comes!!
Sharon MacEachern

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Spend some time whale watching at Causeway. Saw a humpback and a seal. It was great to pause for sometime and enjoy the beauty of nature around us. Very peaceful and healing. Hope all had a great day . Vivek

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Spending the day pampering myself. Nice brisk walk, foot soaks and pedicure. Reading some older cookbook's for some fresh meal ideas, looking through photo albums for memories to share with my son when he comes for supper. And of course, in my nature cleaning and sorting closets for a trip to the consignment store. And let's not forget a little nap, just because I can. Hope everyone enjoys there day. Sincerely, Jane Doucette...see you Monday

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Judy Peters Praying for everyone at NSCC :-)

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I love to spend long hours at the beach, just relaxing and enjoying the beauty of the scenery and the sound of the waves. This is Thunder Cove beach in PEI
-Shauna Cotton

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Playing, relaxing, snuggling and going for walks with this little nugget. - Shauna Cotton

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The whole coastline of Cape Breton is full of gifts of sun (and sunsets), sea, salt and stone... this photo is along the pathway just past the coastguard buildings at the causeway... the first kilometer of the Ceilidh Trail

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Braiding Sweetgrass is a gorgeous combination of science and indigenous storytelling... the audiobook is read by the author and it feels like you are sitting on her front porch having a chat. Favorite chapter is the Gift of Strawberries

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As some of you may know, I am slightly competitive in nature. Yes, I am working on that :) I turned 50 this year and decided that my 50th year will consist of a series of self-created challenges. I am on day 44 of a strength building challenge-minimum of 15 mins/day for 50 days. I am staying in tune with my own needs to identify the next challenge but leaning toward Yoga with Adrianne; goal of 25 days of yoga in a 50-day period. Once I set an intention, I am too stubborn to deviate from the plan. Anyone care to join me?

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I have to share this one as well,one of my favorite things to do!  Michelle 

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I have to share this one as well,one of my favorite things to do!  Michelle 

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Tubing the Margaree River with family and friends!

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This is a great book by Eckhart Tolle
He identifies negative thinking as coming from the Ego, not our true selves. If we recognizing that in ourselves or others
it improves our ability to not react but remain in the moment and focused on feelings rather than thoughts.
His first book The Power of Now
is popular.

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Among the many books on the go in a variety of locations (e-reader, audiobook, living room, night stand, car, bathroom!), I am enjoying the fun Brit author Richard Osman and his third instalment in the Thursday Murder Club series and the serious but valuable Deep Work by Cal Newport which explores focus and distraction. (As in er, maybe one book is enough?) Support libraries!!!

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This is a big go-to for us in the Fall. It is sooo tasty, hearty, and makes great leftovers/freezes! I am not vegan, but this recipe is vegan and gluten-free :) It is easy, and the ingredients can be bought ahead of time (canned items + veggies that last awhile without turning lol) -Meghan Allen

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Cauliflower, Chickpea & Sweet Potato Curry with Kale & Coconut Milk

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Hands down my favorite vegan meal! I make a giant vat of this crazy-delicious curry every other week and then practically live on it.

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Kayaking in beautiful Judique,NS.

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Boats and boating--Equipment and supplies

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I am enjoying the humour and ancient wisdom of this book right now. As the blurb on the back says, " It's our constant effort to be happy that's making us miserable ...there is an alternative path to happiness and success that involves embracing failure, pessimism, insecurity and uncertainly- the very things we spend our lives trying to avoid. Thought provoking, counterintuitive and ultimately uplifting" (Diane Walsh)

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I must admit I have no real recipe for soup. I look and see what I have and the magic begins. This one is a tomato beef barley with with a little onion, garlic, carrot, zucchini and spices. Just the thing for a fall day!

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One of my favorite winter recipes is "cough tea".
Cut up one orange, and one lemon. Add an inch of grated ginger or 1 to 2 tsps of minced ginger and a tbsp of honey. Place in a mason jar and shake. Add a tsp of tumeric for extra taste. Add 1 to 2 tbsps to a cup, add boiling water, sip.
If I am feeling congested, under the weather or looking for something comforting to drink I make a jar and make it nightly until I feel better.
Enjoy and have a great long weekend, Tanya

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A wonderful book for those worried about climate change and the Anthropocene

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MaryElizabeth… me time

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I initially read this book for my Community Studies class. It ended up being one of my favorites as a lot of it resonates with me and connected with my own experience  growing up in a small community. It's a short read, but very impactful.  I own a copy if anyone would like to read it 🙂

Christena

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Enjoying the trails at the West Mabou Beach ~ Christena

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My absolute favourite way to de-stress .... walking this handsome guy on the trails!  - Eileen

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I like to craft in my spare time, I find it relaxing and calming.  Havn't done any of my larger crafts in a while, need to get back into a big project!
Jennifer Allen

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Need some help in setting healthy boundaries? 

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Need some help in setting healthy boundaries? 

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‎We Can Do Hard Things with Glennon Doyle: How to Set & Hold Boundaries with Melissa Urban on Apple Podcasts

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‎Show We Can Do Hard Things with Glennon Doyle, Ep How to Set & Hold Boundaries with Melissa Urban - 26 Oct 2022

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I find tai chi is a great way to move. Here is a link to a youtube channel I follow with many videos to choose from.
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzO-WRkzCZX5AwrzW9-zVPJANDpOHZomM

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Tai Chi Wellness & The Seated Form Series

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Tai Chi Wellness and the Seated Form Series is an introduction to the value of the Seated Form for learning whole-body movement, how to assist movement chall...

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My project for now is planning for retirement