Delicious Coffee Cake Recipes

Coffee cake is a delightful treat that pairs perfectly with a cup of coffee, making it an ideal choice for breakfast, brunch, or even an afternoon snack. Its crumbly texture and sweet flavor create a comforting experience that can make any day feel special. In this article, we’ll explore a few delicious coffee cake recipes that are easy to make and sure to please.

Classic Cinnamon Streusel Coffee Cake

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup sour cream

For the Streusel Topping:

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch square baking pan.
2. Prepare the cake batter: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
3. Mix the dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, alternating with the sour cream. Begin and end with the dry ingredients.
4. Make the streusel topping: In a small bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Stir in the melted butter until the mixture is crumbly.
5. Assemble the cake: Spread half of the batter in the prepared pan. Sprinkle half of the streusel topping over the batter. Spread the remaining batter over the streusel, then sprinkle the remaining streusel on top.
6. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool before serving.

Blueberry Coffee Cake

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup fresh blueberries (or frozen, thawed and drained)

For the Streusel Topping:

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch square baking pan.
2. Prepare the cake batter: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
3. Mix the dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, alternating with the sour cream. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Fold in the blueberries.
4. Make the streusel topping: In a small bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Stir in the melted butter until the mixture is crumbly.
5. Assemble the cake: Spread the batter in the prepared pan. Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the batter.
6. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool before serving.

Chocolate Chip Coffee Cake

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup mini chocolate chips

For the Streusel Topping:

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch square baking pan.
2. Prepare the cake batter: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
3. Mix the dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, alternating with the sour cream. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Fold in the chocolate chips.
4. Make the streusel topping: In a small bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Stir in the melted butter until the mixture is crumbly. Mix in the chocolate chips.
5. Assemble the cake: Spread the batter in the prepared pan. Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the batter.
6. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool before serving.

These coffee cake recipes are perfect for sharing with family and friends or enjoying a quiet moment with your favorite brew. Each recipe brings a unique twist to the classic coffee cake, offering something for every taste. Happy baking!