Classic coffee cake—because who doesn’t need a little bit of coffee-flavored joy in their life? It’s the perfect way to pretend you’re sophisticated while devouring something simple. You know, the kind of cake that’s comforting but still makes you feel like you’re in a high-end cafe, even though you’re just sitting in your kitchen. Not too sweet, but just enough cinnamon to keep things interesting. Who said breakfast has to be boring? Throw in some crumbs for good measure and you’ve got yourself a masterpiece. It’s time to give your morning coffee a cake to match.
Classic Coffee Cake
Classic coffee cake is a delightful, cinnamon-sugar dessert with a soft crumb, perfect for pairing with your favorite coffee.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
For the Streusel Topping:
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your 9-inch pan.
- Make the batter: In a bowl, mix the flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and milk. Stir in eggs and butter.
- Prepare the streusel topping: In another bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Add melted butter and mix until crumbly.
- Layer the cake: Pour half the batter into the prepared pan. Add half the streusel topping, then top with the remaining batter and streusel.
- Bake: Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool before serving with your favorite coffee.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Total Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 8%
- Calcium: 4%
- Iron: 5%
- Vitamin B12: 1%
- Magnesium: 3%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Customize it: Add nuts, chocolate chips, or even some orange zest for a new twist.
- Perfect Pairing: Serve with a hot cup of coffee or tea for the full experience.
- Make Ahead: You can make this the night before and let it sit—it’s even better the next day.
