Description
Sweet aromas of cinnamon coffee cake fill kitchens with warmth and comfort, inviting friends and family to gather around a slice of pure deliciousness. Moist crumb and rich streusel topping promise a delightful morning treat you’ll savor with each perfectly spiced bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups (250 g / 8.8 ounces) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (200 g / 7.1 ounces) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (240 milliliters / 8 fluid ounces) sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup (115 g / 4 ounces) unsalted butter, softened
Leavening Agents and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Streusel Topping:
- ½ cup (100 g / 3.5 ounces) brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup (60 g / 2.1 ounces) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup (60 g / 2.1 ounces) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
Instructions
- Prepare the workspace by heating the oven to a moderate temperature of 350F (175C). Create a non-stick surface in a square baking vessel by coating with butter and lining with parchment paper to ensure effortless cake removal.
- Craft the crumbly streusel layer by mixing brown sugar, flour, and ground cinnamon in a compact mixing bowl. Integrate cold butter into the dry ingredients using a fork, transforming the mixture into a textured, sandy consistency. Reserve the topping for later application.
- Generate the cake’s foundation by whipping softened butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture becomes airy and pale. Incorporate eggs individually, ensuring thorough blending after each addition. Introduce vanilla extract for aromatic depth. In a separate container, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the butter mixture, alternating with sour cream, maintaining a delicate mixing technique to preserve the batter’s tender structure.
- Transfer the velvety batter into the prepared pan, distributing it uniformly across the surface. Generously scatter the reserved streusel topping, creating an even, crumbly layer that will develop a delightful golden-brown crust during baking.
- Place the cake in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 35-40 minutes. Verify doneness by inserting a slender wooden pick into the center; it should emerge clean and without raw batter residue.
- Allow the freshly baked cake to rest within the pan for 10-15 minutes, enabling it to stabilize and cool slightly. Slice and serve, enjoying the cake either warm or at ambient temperature for optimal flavor and texture.
Notes
- Adjust oven temperature if using a dark or glass pan to prevent burning, as these materials conduct heat differently compared to light-colored metal pans.
- Use room temperature ingredients like eggs and sour cream to ensure smooth batter consistency and even cake texture.
- Fold dry ingredients gently to avoid developing gluten, which can make the cake dense and tough instead of tender and soft.
- Customize the streusel by adding chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts for extra crunch and nutty flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg