Description
Indulge in the warm, inviting flavors of this delightful Coffee Cake—a perfect companion for breakfast or an afternoon snack. With its moist texture, buttery richness, and a hint of cinnamon, this coffee cake is sure to impress your family and friends at any gathering. The delightful streusel ribbon and sweet drizzle elevate each slice, making it an irresistible treat for all occasions. Easy to bake and share, this classic recipe is perfect for both novice and experienced bakers alike.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 1 egg (room temperature)
- 1½ cups buttermilk (room temperature)
- 3 tablespoons softened butter
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup firmly packed light brown sugar
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup butter cubed
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 2½ teaspoons milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together melted butter, egg, and buttermilk until well combined.
- Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared dish, add streusel filling (cinnamon and brown sugar mixture), then layer with remaining batter.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For added flavor, sprinkle extra cinnamon on top before baking. Customize by adding nuts or chocolate chips to the batter.