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Streusel Coffee Cake Recipe

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  • Author: Marina
  • Total Time: 50-55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

This classic Streusel Coffee Cake is a delightful treat perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Featuring a moist, tender cake base infused with sour cream and vanilla, it is topped with a buttery, cinnamon-spiced streusel that adds the perfect crunch and sweetness. Easy to prepare and baked to golden perfection, this coffee cake pairs wonderfully with a hot cup of coffee or tea.

Ingredients

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Cake Batter

  • 2.5 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1.5 cups Granulated Sugar
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter, softened
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • 0.5 tsp Baking Soda
  • 0.5 tsp Salt
  • 1 cup Sour Cream
  • 2 Large Eggs
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract

Streusel Topping

  • 0.5 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 0.5 cup Brown Sugar, packed
  • 0.25 cup Unsalted Butter, cold and cubed
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan to prevent sticking and ensure an easy release after baking.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This usually takes a few minutes using an electric mixer on medium speed.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat the eggs into the creamed butter and sugar one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract for flavor.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined. This ensures proper leavening and seasoning throughout the cake.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture, alternating with the sour cream. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix gently until just combined to avoid overworking the batter, which could make the cake dense.
  6. Prepare Streusel Topping: In a small bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon. Cut in the cold, cubed butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. This crumbly topping will add texture and sweetness.
  7. Assemble the Cake: Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Evenly sprinkle the streusel topping over the batter to cover the surface completely.
  8. Bake the Cake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean, indicating it is fully baked.
  9. Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan completely before cutting into squares. This resting time helps the cake set and enhances its texture. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • Make sure the butter for the batter is softened, but the butter for the streusel topping is cold to achieve the perfect crumbly texture.
  • Do not overmix the batter once the dry ingredients are added to keep the cake light and tender.
  • The cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
  • For extra flavor, consider adding a handful of chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans to the streusel topping.
  • If you prefer a sweeter topping, increase the brown sugar in the streusel by a tablespoon.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Streusel Coffee Cake, Coffee Cake Recipe, Cinnamon Streusel Cake, Breakfast Cake, Easy Coffee Cake, Sour Cream Cake

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