Easy Coffee Cake Recipe

Simple Coffee Cake Recipe

With so many coffee cake recipes out there you may be wondering why you should choose this one? 

1. It has the perfect moist cake base. 
2. Just the right crumb to cake ratio. 
3. A sweet vanilla glaze to take things over the top. 

Quick Coffee Cake Ingredients

Streusel Topping Ingredients: 

• Flour
• Sugar
• Cinnamon
• Butter

Cake Ingredients: 

• Flour
• Sugar
• Baking Powder
• Salt
• Butter
• Egg
• Milk
• Vanilla

Vanilla Glaze Ingredients: 

• Powdered Sugar
• Milk
• Vanilla

How to Make Easy Coffee Cake

1. First let's make our streusel topping. Combine all your topping ingredients and mix with a fork until the texture of coarse crumbs, then set aside. 
2. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and grease and flour a 9x9 baking dish. 
3. To prepare your cake, combine flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Cut your butter into your flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. 
4. Crack an egg into a 1 cup measuring cup and add milk to fill up to 1 cup. Pour into crumb mixture. Add vanilla and mix until just moistened. 
5. Spread into prepared pan and sprinkle the top with streusel topping. Bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick near the center comes out mostly clean. 
6. In a small bowl mix together powdered sugar, milk and vanilla to prepare your glaze. Drizzle over slightly cooled cake when finished baking. 

Easy Coffee Cake Recipe FAQ's

1. What is coffee cake?
   • Coffee cake is a type of cake that is typically enjoyed with coffee or tea. It's known for its crumbly streusel topping and often has flavors like cinnamon, nuts, or fruit.
2. Is there coffee in coffee cake?
   • Coffee cake is called "coffee cake" because it pairs well with coffee, but it doesn't typically contain coffee as an ingredient. The name is more about the tradition of enjoying it alongside a cup of coffee.

3. Can I make coffee cake in advance?

   • Yes, you can make coffee cake in advance. It often tastes even better the next day as the flavors have had time to meld. Store it in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator.

4. How do I store coffee cake?

   • Store coffee cake in an airtight container or wrap it tightly in plastic wrap. It can be stored at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for longer freshness. 

5. Can I freeze coffee cake?

   • Yes, you can freeze coffee cake. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil to prevent freezer burn. It can be stored in the freezer for up to 2-3 months. Thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating.

6. How do I reheat coffee cake?

   • To reheat coffee cake, you can use an oven or microwave. In the oven, preheat it at a low temperature (around 300°F or 150°C) and warm it for about 10-15 minutes until it's heated through. In the microwave, use a low power setting and heat it in short intervals to avoid overcooking.
7. Can I customize the streusel topping?
   • Yes! Feel free to add chopped nuts (e.g., pecans or walnuts) or even some rolled oats to the streusel topping for extra texture and flavor.

Coffee Cake Pro Tips

1. Use high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients, especially the butter, vanilla extract, and cinnamon, can greatly affect the flavor of your coffee cake. Using premium ingredients can make a noticeable difference in the final result.
2. Don't over mix the batter: Over mixing can lead to a tough and dense cake. Mix the wet and dry ingredients until they are just combined. It's okay if there are a few lumps in the batter; they will disappear during baking.
3. Use room temperature eggs and milk: Bringing your egg and milk to room temperature before using them in the batter will help ensure even mixing and a more even rise in the cake.
4. Grease and flour the baking dish thoroughly: Properly greasing and flouring your baking dish will help the cake release easily after baking without sticking to the pan. You can also use parchment paper to line the bottom for extra insurance.
5. Check for doneness with a toothpick: To determine if the cake is done baking, insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs, the cake is ready. If it comes out with wet batter, continue baking for a few more minutes and retest.

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Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes minutes

Servings: 9

Calories: 293kcal

Author: Pretty Providence

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Ingredients

Streusel Topping

• ¼ Cup Flour
• ⅔ Cup Sugar
• 1 Teaspoon Cinnamon
• ¼ Cup Butter Softened

Cake

• 2 Cups Flour
• ¾ Cup Sugar
• 2 Teaspoon Baking Powder
• ½ Teaspoon Salt
• ½ Cup Butter
• 1 Egg
• ¾ Cup Milk
• 1 ½ Teaspoon Vanilla

Icing

• 1 Cup Powdered Sugar
• ¼ Teaspoon Vanilla
• 2 Tablespoons Milk

Instructions

Streusel Topping

• Combine all topping ingredients and mix with a fork until the texture of coarse crumbs. Set aside. 

Cake

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees, and grease and flour a 9x9 baking dish. 
• Combine flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Cut your butter into your flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. 
• Crack an egg into a measuring cup and add milk to fill up to 1 cup. Pour into crumb mixture. Add vanilla too and mix until just moistened. 
• Spread into prepared pan and sprinkle the top with streusel topping. Bake for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center of the cake comes out clean. 

Icing

• Whisk powdered sugar, vanilla and milk together in a small bowl until well combined, then drizzle over baked cake.

Notes

Coffee Cake Pro Tips

1. Use high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients, especially the butter, vanilla extract, and cinnamon, can greatly affect the flavor of your coffee cake. Using premium ingredients can make a noticeable difference in the final result.
2. Don't over mix the batter: Over mixing can lead to a tough and dense cake. Mix the wet and dry ingredients until they are just combined. It's okay if there are a few lumps in the batter; they will disappear during baking.
3. Use room temperature eggs and milk: Bringing your egg and milk to room temperature before using them in the batter will help ensure even mixing and a more even rise in the cake.
4. Grease and flour the baking dish thoroughly: Properly greasing and flouring your baking dish will help the cake release easily after baking without sticking to the pan. You can also use parchment paper to line the bottom for extra insurance.
5. Check for doneness with a toothpick: To determine if the cake is done baking, insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs, the cake is ready. If it comes out with wet batter, continue baking for a few more minutes and retest.

Nutrition

Calories: 293kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 211mg | Potassium: 134mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 405IU | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 1.2mg

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This recipe was originally posted on January 22, 2018 and has been updated with new photos, video and more detailed information.