Classic Cinnamon Streusel Coffee Cake Recipe
This Classic Cinnamon Streusel Coffee Cake is a moist, tender cake layered with a sweet and crunchy cinnamon streusel topping. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack, this cake features a rich blend of buttery batter and a cinnamon-sugar streusel that creates delightfully crumbly texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 9 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Cake Batter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup sour cream
Streusel
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round or square baking pan to prevent sticking.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a medium bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps to incorporate air into the batter for a tender texture.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract for added flavor.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to distribute the leavening agents evenly.
- Mix Batter: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the sour cream. Start and end with the flour mixture, mixing gently to create a smooth batter without overmixing.
- Prepare Streusel: In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, melted butter, and flour. Mix until the mixture becomes crumbly, forming the streusel topping.
- Assemble Cake: Pour half of the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Sprinkle half of the streusel mixture over the batter. Pour the remaining batter on top and spread evenly. Finish by sprinkling the remaining streusel over the top.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This ensures the cake is fully cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before slicing to let it set and to make serving easier.
Notes
- For best results, use room temperature butter and eggs to ensure even mixing.
- Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep the cake tender.
- You can substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a slightly tangier taste.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate up to a week.
- This coffee cake pairs wonderfully with a hot cup of coffee or tea for breakfast or snack time.
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