Best Easy Coffee Cake Recipe

Looking for the best easy coffee cake recipe? Well, you’ve found it. Forget the overcomplicated, time-consuming cakes that only lead to frustration. This cake is simple, quick, and delicious—no extra skills needed. If you can mix ingredients and turn on an oven, you’re all set. This cake doesn’t just talk the talk; it walks the walk with buttery goodness, cinnamon swirls, and a perfect crumb. No need to pretend you’re a pro baker for this one—just follow the steps, and you’re good to go. Get ready to serve a crowd-pleaser with minimal effort, because who needs stress with cake?

Best Easy Coffee Cake Recipe

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This simple, quick coffee cake brings all the sweet, buttery flavors you love with minimal effort. Perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 35 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Servings 10 servings

Calories 220 kcal

Ingredients

  

• For the Cake:
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter or vegan butter
• 1 cup milk or non-dairy milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• For the Streusel Topping:
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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Instructions

 

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your baking pan.
• In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
• In another bowl, cream together sugar, butter, milk, vanilla, and apple cider vinegar.
• Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until smooth.
• For the streusel topping, combine sugar, flour, cinnamon, and butter until crumbly.
• Pour the batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over it.
• Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
• Let the cake cool for 10 minutes, slice, and serve.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving):

• Calories: 220
• Total Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Carbohydrates: 28g
• Fiber: 2g
• Protein: 3g

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Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving):

• Calcium: 4%
• Iron: 6%
• Vitamin A: 5%
• Magnesium: 3%
• Potassium: 4%

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Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor

1. Add a handful of chopped nuts for extra crunch.
2. Drizzle with a simple glaze for extra sweetness.
3. Use full-fat milk for a richer taste.
4. Don’t skip the vinegar—it makes the cake extra fluffy.
5. Let the cake cool before cutting to get perfect slices.