Desserts & Baking · Easy
Easy Cinnamon Streusel Coffee Cake
This easy coffee cake has a tender crumb and a buttery cinnamon streusel topping. It's perfect for breakfast, brunch, or with an afternoon cup of coffee.
15Prep min
35Cook min
50Total min
What you'll need
- 2 cupsall-purpose flour
- 3/4 cupsugar
- 2 teaspoonsbaking powder
- 1/2 teaspoonsalt
- 1/2 cup plus 6 tablespoonsunsalted butter, melted, divided
- 2eggs
- 3/4 cupmilk
- 1 teaspoonvanilla extract
- 1/2 cupbrown sugar
- 1.5 tablespoonsground cinnamon
- 1/2 cupchopped pecans, optional
Let's cook
- 1Preheat the oven to 350F and grease a 9-inch square baking dish.
- 2In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- 3Add 1/2 cup melted butter, the eggs, milk, and vanilla, and mix until just combined.
- 4Pour the batter into the prepared dish.
- 5For the streusel, mix the remaining 6 tablespoons melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and pecans if using until crumbly.
- 6Sprinkle the streusel evenly over the batter.
- 7Bake for 30-35 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 8Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Make it yours
- Add a simple vanilla glaze on top after baking.
- Swirl in fresh or frozen berries.
- Use walnuts instead of pecans in the streusel.
Good with
- A hot cup of coffee
- Fresh fruit on the side
- A dollop of whipped cream
Frequently asked questions
Good questions, answered.
Can I make this ahead?
Yes, it keeps well covered at room temperature for 2 days or in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Can I freeze coffee cake?
Yes, wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months; thaw at room temperature before serving.



