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