Lemon Cream Cheese Coffee Cake—because who doesn’t want their coffee cake to taste like a little slice of heaven? This cake is the perfect blend of zesty lemon and creamy cheese. No, it’s not too sweet. No, it’s not too tangy. It’s just the right balance, and honestly, you won’t believe how easy it is. Just follow the steps, and you’ll have a moist, flavorful masterpiece in no time. Whether you’re serving it at brunch or sneaking a piece before bed, this cake won’t disappoint—unless, of course, you’re someone who doesn’t like the magic of cream cheese and lemon.
Lemon Cream Cheese Coffee Cake
A rich, fluffy coffee cake packed with lemon zest and creamy cheese, perfectly balanced with a buttery crumb topping.
Ingredients
Cake Batter:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Cream Cheese Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Topping:
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Beat butter and sugar until creamy. Add eggs, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla.
- Mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with sour cream.
- In a separate bowl, blend cream cheese, sugar, lemon juice, and zest for the filling.
- Spread half of the batter into the prepared pan. Add the cream cheese mixture and top with the remaining batter.
- Combine topping ingredients and sprinkle over the cake.
- Bake for 35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 320
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin C: 6%
- Calcium: 6%
- Iron: 4%
- Vitamin A: 8%
- Potassium: 2%
Additional Notes
- Add a bit more lemon zest for an extra punch of citrus flavor.
- For a twist, try adding a handful of fresh blueberries to the batter.
- Best served fresh, but will keep for 2–3 days in an airtight container.
