Who needs an alarm when you’ve got chocolate streusel coffee cake? This cake practically slaps you awake with its rich, crumbly topping and moist, chocolate-studded layers. Forget sad pastries; this cake’s the real MVP of morning indulgence. Each bite blends buttery sweetness and cocoa decadence—like dessert crashed your breakfast table. So, why settle for boring toast? Dive into this caffeinated confection, and thank your future self. You’re welcome.
Chocolate Streusel Coffee Cake
A rich, moist coffee cake featuring layers of chocolate and a crumbly streusel topping. Perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Chocolate Streusel Topping:
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- ¼ cup melted butter
- ½ cup chopped walnuts optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch cake pan.
- In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Add sour cream and vanilla extract.
- Gradually fold in dry ingredients.
- Mix in chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the cake pan.
- For the streusel, combine flour, cocoa powder, brown sugar, and melted butter. Mix until crumbly.
- Sprinkle streusel topping evenly over the cake batter.
- Bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool before slicing.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 350
- Total Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
Vitamins and Minerals (per serving)
- Calcium: 8%
- Iron: 10%
- Vitamin A: 6%
- Magnesium: 5%
- Potassium: 7%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Add a hint of cinnamon to the streusel for extra warmth.
- Use dark chocolate chips for a more intense flavor.
- Serve warm with a cup of strong coffee for maximum enjoyment.
