Classic Cinnamon Coffee Cake Recipe

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes

This Cinnamon Coffee Cake Recipe is a delightful treat perfect for breakfast or as a snack with your afternoon coffee. It features a moist, tender cake layered with a rich cinnamon-sugar swirl and topped with a crumbly streusel.

The recipe is simple to follow and requires basic baking skills. You can enjoy this cake alongside a savory Chicken Recipe for a complete meal experience.

Delicious Cinnamon Coffee Cake Recipe

This coffee cake is made with a buttery batter and a generous amount of cinnamon, creating a warm and inviting flavor. It takes about 1 hour to prepare and bake, yielding 8 servings.

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup milk
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
1/4 cup melted butter for topping

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
Mix the Batter: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the milk and vanilla extract.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
Prepare the Cinnamon Filling: In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar, cinnamon, and chopped nuts (if using).
Layer the Cake: Pour half of the batter into the prepared cake pan. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon filling over the batter. Pour the remaining batter on top and finish with the rest of the cinnamon filling. Swirl gently with a knife.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.