Ultimate Coffee Cake

Indulge in the comforting perfection of the Ultimate Coffee Cake, a timeless treat that blends soft, buttery crumb with a luscious cinnamon-brown sugar streusel and a vanilla glaze drizzle. This easy-to-follow recipe creates a tender, moist cake base with a hint of vanilla and is topped with a rich swirl of warm spices that caramelize beautifully in the oven. Ready in just under an hour, this coffee cake is the ideal centerpiece for breakfast gatherings, weekend brunches, or an afternoon coffee break. Serve it warm or at room temperature, and watch it disappear as guests savor every melt-in-your-mouth bite. Whether you're an experienced baker or a beginner, this classic coffee cake will become your trusted go-to recipe for satisfying sweet cravings.

Nutriscore Rating: 35/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.75 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large Eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 cup Brown sugar, packed
• 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons Milk (for glaze)
• 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

Add the softened unsalted butter, and use a hand mixer or stand mixer to combine until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vanilla extract, and milk. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Step 5

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it into an even layer.

Step 6

In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and melted butter to create the streusel topping.

Step 7

Sprinkle the streusel mixture evenly over the batter.

Step 8

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

Step 9

While the cake bakes, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons of milk, and 0.5 teaspoons of vanilla extract.

Step 10

Once the coffee cake is done, let it cool slightly, then drizzle the glaze over the top.

Step 11

Slice the coffee cake into squares or rectangles, and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1520 grams (1520.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5543

Total Fat 258.00g	331%
Saturated Fat 158.70g	794%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 1041mg	347%
Sodium 2651mg	115%
Total Carbohydrate 769.90g	280%
Dietary Fiber 10.90g	39%
Total Sugars 527.40g
Protein 55.60g	111%

Vitamin D 201IU	1007%
Calcium 722mg	56%
Iron 18mg	98%
Potassium 1257mg	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: 41.3%

Protein: 4.0%

Carbs: 54.8%