Ingredients:

  • 1.5 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
  • 0.75 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp (10g) baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp (3g) salt
  • 0.5 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 0.5 cup (120ml) whole milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla extract
  • 3 cups (450g) fresh or frozen huckleberries
  • 0.25 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp (8g) cornstarch
  • 1 tsp (5ml) lemon juice

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9 inch baking pan and line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and 150g granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth, then gradually stir in the milk.
  4. Fold in the flour, baking powder, and salt just until combined; do not overmix.
  5. In a separate small bowl, toss the huckleberries with 50g granulated sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice until evenly coated.
  6. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan and gently press the huckleberry mixture into the top of the batter.
  7. Bake for 45-50 minutes until edges are deep mahogany brown and center is set.
  8. Let the buckle cool for 15 minutes before slicing into squares.