Lemon Streusel Coffee Cake: because you deserve a slice of sunshine, topped with a sugary crumble. This cake isn’t just another dessert. It’s a wake-up call. With a zesty lemon punch and a buttery, golden streusel topping, it’s the kind of indulgence you pretend you don’t need but can’t resist. Perfect for any occasion—or no occasion at all. This coffee cake doesn’t just pair well with coffee; it makes you rethink your entire relationship with cake. Get ready to ruin your self-control, one crumb at a time.
Lemon Streusel Coffee Cake
This is a lemon-packed, buttery cake with a crumble topping that adds the perfect contrast to its moist, fluffy interior.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 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
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
For the Streusel Topping:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 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 together until creamy. Add eggs, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla.
- Mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with sour cream until smooth.
- In another bowl, combine streusel topping ingredients until crumbly.
- Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle the streusel mixture on top.
- Bake for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 270
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 8%
- Vitamin C: 5%
- Calcium: 3%
- Iron: 4%
- Potassium: 2%
Additional Notes
- Add a drizzle of lemon glaze for an extra burst of citrus flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
