Introduction:
This sour cream coffee cake is a delightful treat that is perfect for breakfast or as a sweet snack with a cup of coffee. The combination of moist cake with a cinnamon sugar crumble topping is sure to please your taste buds. This recipe is easy to make and will surely become a favorite in your household!
Preparation time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 45 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour | Serves: 8
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
- For the crumb topping:
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch round or square baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the sour cream until well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
- In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients for the crumb topping until crumbly.
- Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the batter in the pan.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 350 || Total Fat: 18g || Carbohydrates: 42g || Protein: 5g
What I Love About This Recipe?
- The moist and tender cake texture
- The flavorful cinnamon sugar crumb topping
- The balance of sweetness from the sugar and tanginess from the sour cream
- Easy to make and perfect for any occasion
- Can be made ahead of time and enjoyed for breakfast or dessert
What To Avoid While Making this Recipe?
- Avoid overmixing the batter, as it can result in a tough cake texture
- Do not overbake the coffee cake, as it can become dry
- Make sure to properly measure the flour to avoid a dense cake
- Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter consistency
- Avoid adding too much crumb topping, as it can weigh down the cake