Delicious and Easy-to-Make Classic American Coffee Cake Recipe

This classic American coffee cake is the perfect treat to enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea. With its moist and tender crumb, swirls of cinnamon sugar, and buttery streusel topping, this cake is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. It's a great option for breakfast, brunch, or dessert!

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
• For the streusel topping:
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the sour cream. Mix until just combined.
6. Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
7. In a small bowl, combine the streusel topping ingredients until crumbly. Sprinkle half of the streusel mixture over the batter.
8. Pour the remaining batter over the streusel and top with the remaining streusel mixture.
9. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. Cool the coffee cake in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Slice and enjoy!

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