Description

Sink your fork into a warm, buttery slice of Streusel Coffee Cake, a beloved classic that brings cozy comfort to any morning or afternoon. With its soft vanilla crumb, luscious cinnamon sugar layers, and a golden streusel topping, this cake is a standout whether you’re looking for quick breakfast ideas, an easy dessert for guests, or a delightful treat with your coffee. Its irresistible combination of textures and flavors makes it one of the best food ideas for brunch or snack time. Perfectly sweet without being too much, it’s one of those easy recipes you’ll find yourself coming back to again and again.

Ingredients

For the cake:

2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

2 large eggs

1 cup sour cream

1/4 cup milk

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp baking soda

1/4 tsp salt

For the cinnamon sugar swirl:

1/2 cup brown sugar

1 tbsp ground cinnamon

For the streusel topping:

1/2 cup brown sugar

1/3 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed

Instructions

Prepare the streusel: Mix brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Chill.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line with parchment.
Mix the cinnamon sugar swirl ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
Cream softened butter and granulated sugar. Add eggs one at a time. Stir in sour cream, milk, and vanilla.
In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add to the wet mixture until just combined.
Spread half the batter in the pan. Sprinkle half the cinnamon sugar. Add remaining batter and cinnamon sugar.
Top evenly with streusel. Bake for 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool for 20 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
Category: Breakfast