Coffee Cake

If you’re looking for a comforting and delicious treat, this Coffee Cake is just what you need. With a buttery crumb cake and a sweet, spiced streusel topping, it’s a wonderful choice for any occasion. Whether you’re serving it at a brunch or enjoying it with your morning coffee, this cake is sure to please. Let’s get baking!

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Streusel Topping:

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Streusel Topping

1. In a small bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
2. Cut in the butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture becomes crumbly. Set aside.

Step 2: Make the Cake Batter

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
6. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in two or three parts, alternating with the sour cream, mixing until just combined.

Step 3: Assemble and Bake

1. Pour half of the batter into the prepared baking dish.
2. Sprinkle half of the streusel topping over the batter.
3. Pour the remaining batter over the streusel layer.
4. Sprinkle the remaining streusel topping over the top of the second layer of batter.
5. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 4: Cool and Serve

1. Allow the cake to cool for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Enjoy Your Coffee Cake!

This Coffee Cake is a true delight with its rich, buttery flavor and crunchy streusel topping. Perfect for sharing with friends and family or enjoying solo with a cup of coffee, it’s sure to become a favorite. Enjoy every bite of this delicious treat!