Orange Breakfast Coffee Cake

Brighten up your morning with this delightful Orange Breakfast Coffee Cake, a perfectly moist and zesty treat that’s as aromatic as it is delicious. Infused with the natural sweetness of freshly squeezed orange juice and zest, this coffee cake is layered with a cinnamon-sugar streusel and optional crunchy nuts for added texture. The balance of vibrant citrus flavors and warm, spiced topping makes it an irresistible pairing with your favorite coffee or tea. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a quick bake, this easy-to-make cake is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for breakfast, brunch, or special occasions. Perfectly golden, beautifully fragrant, and utterly comforting, this orange coffee cake is sure to become a new family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.75 cups granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 0.5 cups orange juice, freshly squeezed
• 0.25 cups milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 cups chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch square baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, cream together the granulated sugar and softened butter until light and fluffy, using a hand or stand mixer.

Step 4

Beat in the eggs one at a time until fully incorporated. Then stir in the orange zest, orange juice, milk, and vanilla extract until combined.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

In a small bowl, make the streusel topping by combining the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and chopped pecans or walnuts (if using).

Step 7

Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Sprinkle half of the streusel topping over the batter.

Step 8

Add the remaining cake batter on top and spread gently to cover. Sprinkle the remaining streusel topping evenly over the surface.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Allow the coffee cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy warm with your favorite cup of coffee!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	950.7 grams (950.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3232

Total Fat 149.70g	192%
Saturated Fat 68.60g	343%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 636mg	212%
Sodium 1921mg	84%
Total Carbohydrate 439.10g	160%
Dietary Fiber 15.60g	56%
Total Sugars 237.30g
Protein 47.60g	95%

Vitamin D 109IU	544%
Calcium 340mg	26%
Iron 16mg	87%
Potassium 1133mg	24%

*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: 40.9%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 53.3%