Classic Coffee Cake Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes

This classic coffee cake recipe is perfect for enjoying with a warm cup of coffee. It features a tender, moist cake with a cinnamon streusel topping that adds a delightful crunch.

The recipe is simple and requires basic baking techniques, making it an ideal choice for both novice and experienced bakers.

Delicious Coffee Cake Recipe

This coffee cake is made with a rich batter flavored with vanilla and topped with a buttery cinnamon streusel. It takes about 1 hour from start to finish and serves 8 people.

Ingredients

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

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. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the sour cream and vanilla extract.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
Prepare the Streusel: In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and chopped nuts (if using).
Layer the Cake: Pour half of the batter into the prepared cake pan. Sprinkle half of the streusel mixture over the batter. Add the remaining batter and top with the remaining streusel.
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.