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Coffee Cake

Irresistible Moist Coffee Cake for Cozy Mornings

This Easy Classic Cinnamon Coffee Cake is a delightful breakfast treat that pairs perfectly with your morning coffee.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can be substituted with a gluten-free blend.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Butter (melted) Vegetable oil is a dairy-free alternative.
  • 1 large Egg A flax egg can be used as a vegan substitute.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Mix regular milk with vinegar in a pinch.
  • 1 tablespoon Cinnamon The star ingredient.
For the Streusel Filling
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Coconut sugar can be used for a lower glycemic option.
  • 1/4 cup Softened Butter Margarine can substitute in a pinch.
  • 1/2 cup Optional Nuts Pecans or walnuts for added crunch.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Milk Adjust for consistency.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Baking Dish
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x9 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the melted butter, egg, and buttermilk until fully incorporated.
  4. Slowly pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined, ensuring a slightly lumpy batter.
  5. Pour half of the batter into the greased baking dish, then mix together the streusel filling and sprinkle it over the batter.
  6. Spread the remaining batter over the streusel filling completely.
  7. In a bowl, mix together the ingredients for the crumb topping and sprinkle over the top of the batter.
  8. Bake for 30-40 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Whisk together the powdered sugar and milk, then drizzle over the cooled cake and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature and avoid overmixing to maintain a light texture. Cool completely before glazing.

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