Coffee cake, with its crumbly streusel topping and aromatic blend of cinnamon and sugar, is the perfect accompaniment to your morning brew or an afternoon pick-me-up. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just starting in the world of baking, coffee cake is a delightful treat that’s sure to impress. In this article, we present you with seven heavenly coffee cake recipes that will elevate your coffee break to a whole new level of deliciousness.
1. Classic Cinnamon Coffee Cake
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the streusel topping: 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, and 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (cold and cubed).
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×9-inch baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, combine the streusel topping ingredients until crumbly.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the sour cream, beginning and ending with the dry mixture.
- Spread half of the batter into the prepared pan, followed by half of the streusel topping. Repeat with the remaining batter and topping.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
2. Blueberry Streusel Coffee Cake
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries
- Streusel topping (same as in the classic recipe).
Instructions:
- Follow the same instructions as the classic coffee cake, but fold in the fresh blueberries before pouring the batter into the baking pan.
3. Apple Cinnamon Coffee Cake
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups peeled, cored, and chopped apples (e.g., Granny Smith)
- Streusel topping (same as in the classic recipe).
Instructions:
- Follow the same instructions as the classic coffee cake, but fold in the chopped apples before pouring the batter into the baking pan.
Stay tuned for the next four coffee cake recipes in this series, each more delectable than the last!