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The BEST Coffee Cake

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  • Author: Sam
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 9 servings

Description

This soft, buttery coffee cake is layered with a rich cinnamon swirl and topped with a crumbly streusel. Perfect for fall mornings, brunches, or cozy evenings with tea or coffee—it’s easy, adaptable, and always a hit.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/3 cup light brown sugar, packed (for cinnamon swirl)
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon (for cinnamon swirl)
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for streusel)
  • 1/3 cup light brown sugar (for streusel)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed (for streusel)
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (for streusel)
  • Pinch of salt (for streusel)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla and sour cream until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined.
  4. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon for the swirl.
  5. Pour half of the batter into prepared pan and spread evenly. Sprinkle cinnamon swirl evenly over the batter. Top with remaining batter and smooth out.
  6. For the streusel, combine flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over the top of the batter.
  7. Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool for at least 20 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for best texture. Don’t overmix to keep the cake soft. Chill streusel topping if your kitchen is warm. Add nuts or fruit for variation, and store leftovers in an airtight container.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://www.freshleafrecipes.com/the-best-coffee-cake-youll-bake-all-year/