Classic Cinnamon Streusel Coffee Cake Recipe
Indulge in the comforting flavors of a Classic Cinnamon Streusel Coffee Cake with a moist, tender crumb and a buttery cinnamon streusel topping. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet treat any time of day.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 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 Streusel Topping and Filling:
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch square or 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Beat butter and sugar until fluffy, then add eggs, vanilla, flour mixture, and sour cream.
- Make the streusel: Combine brown sugar, cinnamon, flour, and butter until crumbly.
- Assemble the cake: Layer batter and streusel in the pan. Bake for 35–40 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Serve: Cool for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For extra texture, add ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts to the streusel.
- This cake stays moist for several days and freezes well.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
