French Coffee Cake
Indulge in the rich, buttery layers of this French Coffee Cake, an irresistible treat that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet afternoon snack. Featuring a delightfully tender crumb and a fragrant cinnamon-brown sugar streusel, this crowd-pleasing cake combines simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, milk, and eggs for a recipe that’s both easy and elegant. Optional chopped pecans or walnuts add a satisfying crunch to the topping, while a hint of vanilla brings warmth to every bite. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a dusting of powdered sugar to finish, this coffee cake is an effortless way to elevate any gathering. Serve it warm alongside your favorite cup of coffee or tea for the ultimate comforting pairing.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.75 cup brown sugar
- 0.5 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Cut in the unsalted butter using a pastry cutter or your hands until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
In another bowl, beat the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract together. Gradually stir this wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
In a small bowl, prepare the streusel topping by combining the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and optional chopped pecans or walnuts.
Pour half of the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle half of the streusel topping over the batter.
Pour the remaining batter on top of the streusel layer and gently spread it with a spatula. Sprinkle the remaining streusel on top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the coffee cake to cool for at least 15 minutes in the pan. Once cool, dust the top with powdered sugar for a decorative finish.
Slice and serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy with a hot cup of coffee or tea!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3443 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.7 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.2 g | 191% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 518 mg | 173% | |
| Sodium | 1180 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 580.5 g | 211% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.9 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 336.6 g | ||
| Protein | 58.3 g | 117% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 597 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 18.3 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 1269 mg | 27% | |
*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.
