Brown Sugar Coffee Cake

Indulge in the irresistible charm of this Brown Sugar Coffee Cake—an easy-to-make, crowd-pleasing dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. Featuring a tender, moist crumb infused with the creamy richness of sour cream and a hint of vanilla, this cake is elevated with a buttery, cinnamon-laced brown sugar streusel topping for just the right amount of sweetness and crunch. Optional chopped pecans or walnuts add a delightful nutty texture, making every bite a sensational blend of flavors. Ready in under an hour, this classic coffee cake is ideal for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat with your favorite cup of coffee. It's a versatile and comforting bake that will quickly become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, softened
• 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups Brown sugar, packed
• 2 Large eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 0.25 cups Milk
• 1 cup Brown sugar (for topping)
• 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon (for topping)
• 0.5 cups Chopped pecans or walnuts (optional, for topping)
• 0.25 cups Unsalted butter, melted (for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl or with a stand mixer, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).

Step 4

Beat in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, add the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Mix in the sour cream and milk, alternating with the dry ingredients. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until incorporated. Do not over-mix.

Step 6

Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a silicone spatula.

Step 7

In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, cinnamon, and chopped nuts (if using) for the topping. Stir in the melted butter until the mixture is crumbly.

Step 8

Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the cake batter.

Step 9

Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Remove the coffee cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Step 11

Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1386.6 grams (1386.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5089

Total Fat 245.00g	314%
Saturated Fat 130.10g	651%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 882mg	294%
Sodium 2509mg	109%
Total Carbohydrate 700.50g	255%
Dietary Fiber 15.70g	56%
Total Sugars 455.90g
Protein 60.40g	121%

Vitamin D 107IU	534%
Calcium 828mg	64%
Iron 20mg	109%
Potassium 1276mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.0%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 53.4%