Introduction:
This moist coffee cake recipe is perfect for breakfast or as a sweet treat with your afternoon coffee. The combination of a tender crumb and a buttery cinnamon streusel topping makes this cake irresistible. Enjoy a slice with a hot cup of coffee for the ultimate indulgence.
Preparation time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes | Serves: 8
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the sour cream. Mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly.
- Prepare the streusel topping by combining 1/4 cup of flour, 1/4 cup of brown sugar, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and 2 tablespoons of melted butter. Sprinkle the streusel over the cake batter.
- Bake the cake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve the coffee cake warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 320 || Carbohydrates: 42g || Protein: 4g || Fat: 16g || Saturated Fat: 9g || Cholesterol: 85mg || Sodium: 240mg || Fiber: 1g || Sugar: 25g