If there’s one thing we can all agree on, it’s that cinnamon makes everything better. This Ultimate Cinnamon Coffee Cake is no exception. The buttery cake is swirled with cinnamon-sugar goodness and topped with a crispy, crunchy streusel. You might think you’ve had coffee cake before, but nothing compares to this. It’s moist, decadent, and will make your morning coffee feel slightly more justified. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or any time you need a reason to sit down and eat cake. Go ahead, grab that second slice—your taste buds won’t judge.
Ultimate Cinnamon Coffee Cake
A mouthwatering coffee cake packed with cinnamon goodness, topped with a perfect streusel. An easy, indulgent treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
- For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- For the Cinnamon-Sugar Swirl:
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- For the Streusel:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup cold butter diced
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla and sour cream.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- For the cinnamon-sugar swirl, mix sugar and cinnamon.
- Pour half the batter into the pan. Sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Add the rest of the batter, spreading evenly.
- For the streusel, mix flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and butter. Sprinkle over the cake.
- Bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool for 10 minutes, then slice and serve.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving):
- Calories: 320
- Total Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving):
- Calcium: 4%
- Iron: 6%
- Vitamin A: 8%
- Potassium: 5%
- Folate: 3%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Swap sour cream for yogurt if you want a lighter version.
- Add chopped nuts to the streusel for extra crunch.
- Serve warm with a cup of coffee to truly enjoy the magic.