Classic Coffee Cake on a plate

Desserts & Baking · Easy

Classic Coffee Cake

This classic coffee cake has a tender, buttery crumb topped with a cinnamon streusel, perfect alongside a cup of coffee, ready in about 50 minutes.

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15Prep min
35Cook min
50Total min
  • 2 cupsall-purpose flour, divided
  • 3/4 cupsugar
  • 2 teaspoonsbaking powder
  • 1/2 cup plus 1/3 cupbutter, softened, divided
  • 2eggs
  • 3/4 cupmilk
  • 1 teaspoonvanilla extract
  • 3/4 cupbrown sugar
  • 1.5 teaspoonscinnamon
  1. 1Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking pan.
  2. 2Whisk together 1.5 cups flour, sugar, and baking powder in a bowl.
  3. 3Cut in 1/2 cup butter until crumbly, then mix in the eggs, milk, and vanilla until just combined.
  4. 4Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
  5. 5For the streusel, mix the remaining 1/2 cup flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and 1/3 cup butter until crumbly, then sprinkle evenly over the batter.
  6. 6Bake for 30-35 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. 7Cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Make it yours

  • Add a simple powdered sugar glaze on top.
  • Fold blueberries into the batter.
  • Add chopped pecans to the streusel topping.

Good with

  • A cup of coffee or tea
  • Fresh fruit on the side
  • A dollop of whipped cream

Good questions, answered.

Can I make this cake ahead?

Yes, it keeps well covered at room temperature for 2 days, or refrigerated for up to 5 days.

Can I freeze coffee cake?

Yes, wrap the cooled cake tightly and freeze for up to 3 months; thaw at room temperature before serving.

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