Easy Cinnamon Coffee Cake
Soft, sweet, and irresistibly spiced, this Easy Cinnamon Coffee Cake is the perfect addition to your breakfast table or a delightful treat for an afternoon pick-me-up. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this moist cake combines a tender vanilla base with a luscious swirl of cinnamon and brown sugar, topped off with a buttery crumb layer that melts in your mouth. The simple ingredients—like all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and cinnamon—are pantry staples, making this recipe a no-fuss option for any occasion. Serve warm alongside a steaming cup of coffee or tea for a comforting, bakery-style experience right at home. Perfect for family gatherings or solo indulgence, this crowd-pleaser will be your go-to recipe for a quick and easy dessert or snack!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, melted
- 0.5 cup Milk
- 2 Large eggs
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons Cinnamon
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar, packed
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour (for topping)
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter, cold and cubed (for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8x8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 cup of granulated sugar, and 2 teaspoons of baking powder.
In a separate bowl, combine the melted butter (1 cup), milk (1/2 cup), eggs (2), and vanilla extract (2 teaspoons). Mix until fully blended.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
In a small bowl, prepare the cinnamon-sugar layer by combining 2 teaspoons of cinnamon and 1/2 cup of brown sugar. Set aside.
Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the batter. Then pour the remaining batter on top and spread it evenly. Finish by sprinkling the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture over the top.
To make the crumb topping, use a fork or your fingers to mix 1/2 cup of flour and 1/4 cup of cold, cubed butter in a small bowl until it resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the cake batter.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy with a hot cup of coffee or tea!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
593 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.6 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.2 g | 101% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 130 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 166 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.9 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.7 g | ||
| Protein | 6.3 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 51 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 98 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
