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Coffee cake is a classic dessert that combines the richness of cake with the warmth of cinnamon and the crunch of streusel topping. This recipe provides a simple and delicious way to make a homemade coffee cake. The combination of moist cake and crunchy topping makes it a perfect treat for any time of day. Not specified in the recipe is when to serve this coffee cake, but it can be enjoyed as a breakfast pastry, a snack, or as a dessert.

Delicious Coffee Cake Recipe

A delicious homemade coffee cake with a streusel topping, perfect for breakfast or as a snack. It's made with all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and a mixture of cinnamon and sugar.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup cinnamon sugar

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
  • Beat sugar and butter until light and fluffy using an electric mixer.
  • Add the egg and vanilla extract to the bowl and beat until well combined.
  • Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
  • Stir in the Greek yogurt and walnuts (if using) until fully incorporated.
  • Prepare the streusel topping by mixing brown sugar and cinnamon sugar.
  • Pour half of the batter into the prepared baking dish and sprinkle with half of the streusel topping.
  • Pour the remaining batter over the streusel topping and sprinkle with the remaining streusel topping.
  • Bake the coffee cake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Notes

Let the coffee cake cool completely before serving.
Keyword breakfast, coffee cake, homemade, snack, streusel topping