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A wonderfully moist and buttery cake with a rich, crunchy cinnamon-sugar streusel topping. This classic American coffee cake is the perfect companion to your morning coffee or as a simple, comforting dessert. Its tender crumb and sweet, spiced topping create an irresistible combination.
For 9 servings
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x9 inch baking pan, or line with parchment paper, leaving an overhang to easily lift the cake out later. This takes about 2 minutes.
In a medium bowl, prepare the streusel topping. Whisk together 3/4 cup of the all-purpose flour, the packed light brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon of the salt. This should take about 1 minute.
Add the 1/4 cup of cold, cubed butter to the streusel mixture. Using your fingertips, a fork, or a pastry cutter, cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces remaining. Do not overmix. Set aside in the refrigerator to keep cold. This step takes about 4 minutes.
In a separate medium bowl, prepare the dry ingredients for the cake batter. Whisk together the remaining 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, the baking powder, baking soda, and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Set aside. This takes about 2 minutes.
In a large bowl using a handheld or stand mixer, beat the 1/2 cup of softened butter and the granulated sugar on medium-high speed until the mixture is light, pale, and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Add the room temperature eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until fully incorporated. Beat in the vanilla extract. This step takes about 2 minutes.
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A wonderfully moist and buttery cake with a rich, crunchy cinnamon-sugar streusel topping. This classic American coffee cake is the perfect companion to your morning coffee or as a simple, comforting dessert. Its tender crumb and sweet, spiced topping create an irresistible combination.
This new_england recipe takes 55 minutes to prepare and yields 9 servings. At 388.49 calories per serving with 5.34g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for breakfast or brunch or dessert or snack.
Reduce the mixer speed to low. Add the dry ingredient mixture in three additions, alternating with the sour cream in two additions, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix only until just combined; a few streaks of flour remaining is okay. Do not overmix. This takes about 2 minutes.
Spread the thick batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Sprinkle the chilled streusel topping evenly over the entire surface of the batter. This takes about 3 minutes.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer or toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs attached. The top should be golden brown.
Let the coffee cake cool in the pan on a wire rack for at least 20-30 minutes before slicing and serving. This allows the cake to set properly.
Add 1/2 cup of chopped pecans or walnuts to the streusel mixture for extra crunch and flavor.
Gently fold 1 cup of fresh or frozen (not thawed) blueberries or chopped apples into the finished batter before spreading it in the pan.
Whisk together 1/2 cup of powdered sugar with 1-2 tablespoons of milk or cream to create a simple glaze. Drizzle over the cooled cake.
Add 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg or cardamom to the cake batter or streusel topping for a warmer spice profile.
The carbohydrates from the flour and sugar provide a rapid source of energy, making this a satisfying treat to boost your energy levels.
Enjoying a delicious, homemade treat like coffee cake can be a comforting experience that helps to improve mood and provide a sense of satisfaction.
This usually happens if the butter used for the streusel was too soft or if the mixture was over-worked, creating a paste instead of crumbs. Always use cold, firm butter and mix just until crumbly.
Yes, you can substitute an equal amount of full-fat plain Greek yogurt for the sour cream. It will provide a similar tanginess and moisture to the cake.
Store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can refrigerate it for up to a week, but it may become slightly dry. Let it come to room temperature before serving.
Yes, it freezes well. Let the cake cool completely, then wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then in aluminum foil. It can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature.
Coffee cake is an indulgent treat that is high in calories, sugar, and saturated fat. It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
One serving (1/9th of the cake) contains approximately 410 calories, depending on the exact ingredients used.