Easy Cinnamon Streusel Coffee Cake on a plate

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
  • 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
  1. 1Preheat the oven to 350F and grease a 9-inch square baking dish.
  2. 2In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. 3Add 1/2 cup melted butter, the eggs, milk, and vanilla, and mix until just combined.
  4. 4Pour the batter into the prepared dish.
  5. 5For the streusel, mix the remaining 6 tablespoons melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and pecans if using until crumbly.
  6. 6Sprinkle the streusel evenly over the batter.
  7. 7Bake for 30-35 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. 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

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.