Description
This classic coffee cake features a tender, moist crumb enriched with sour cream and a buttery cinnamon streusel topping. Perfectly balanced sweetness and a delightful crumbly texture make it an ideal accompaniment to your morning coffee or afternoon tea.
Ingredients
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For the Cake Batter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Streusel Topping
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Make the Streusel: In a medium bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in the cold cubed butter using a pastry cutter or two knives until the mixture becomes crumbly. Set aside for topping later.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, which usually takes about 3-4 minutes with an electric mixer.
- Add Eggs and Flavorings: Beat in the eggs one at a time until fully incorporated. Then add the vanilla extract and sour cream and mix until smooth.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon thoroughly.
- Mix Batter: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, gently stirring until just combined to avoid overmixing which can make the cake dense.
- Layer Batter and Streusel: Spread half of the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle half of the streusel topping over this layer. Then spread the remaining batter on top and finish with the rest of the streusel mixture evenly scattered across.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool slightly in the pan before slicing and serving to retain crumb integrity.
Notes
- For extra flavor and texture, add chopped nuts such as walnuts or pecans to the streusel topping.
- Drizzle a simple powdered sugar glaze over the cooled cake for added sweetness and decoration.
- This cake pairs perfectly with coffee or tea, making it ideal for breakfast or an afternoon snack.
- Store any leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
