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Coffee Cake with Streusel and Optional Glaze Recipe

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This classic Coffee Cake recipe features a moist and tender cake base topped with a buttery cinnamon streusel and optional sweet icing drizzle. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack alongside your favorite coffee or tea, this easy-to-make cake combines comforting flavors and a delightful crumb texture.

Ingredients

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Cake Batter Ingredients

  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup oil (vegetable or canola)
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 2 tsp. baking powder
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

Streusel Topping Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp butter (melted)
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup walnuts (chopped, optional)

Icing (Optional)

  • 1 tbsp butter (room temperature)
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tbsp milk (extra if needed)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a 9×9 inch baking dish by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the cake after baking.
  2. Mix Batter: In a mixing bowl, beat 1 egg thoroughly. Add sugar, milk, salt, oil, and vanilla extract to the egg and mix until well combined and smooth.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: Spoon the flour into a measuring cup and level it off. Dump the flour on top of the wet batter in the bowl. Sprinkle baking powder evenly over the flour, then gently mix it into the top half of the flour. Stir the flour mixture into the batter until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake tender.
  4. Pour Batter into Pan: Transfer the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly for uniform baking.
  5. Prepare Streusel Topping: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Remove from microwave and mix in brown sugar, cinnamon, and 2 tablespoons of flour until well combined. If desired, fold in chopped walnuts for added texture and flavor.
  6. Apply Streusel: Sprinkle the streusel mixture evenly over the cake batter. Using your finger or the small end of a wooden spoon, gently poke the streusel about halfway down into the batter randomly 12 to 18 times to create pockets of cinnamon sugar within the cake.
  7. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes. The cake is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs but no wet batter. Be careful not to overbake to maintain moistness.
  8. Optional Icing: While the cake cools, prepare the icing by mixing 1 tablespoon of room temperature butter with powdered sugar in a small bowl. Add milk gradually until the icing reaches a light, drizzleable consistency.
  9. Drizzle Icing: Lightly drizzle the icing over the cooled cake for an extra touch of sweetness and a beautiful finish.

Notes

  • For best results, do not overmix the batter to keep the cake moist and tender.
  • Walnuts in the streusel topping are optional but add a nice crunch.
  • The icing is optional and can be adjusted for thickness by adding more or less milk.
  • Use fresh baking powder to ensure proper rise.
  • Allow the cake to cool before adding icing to prevent it from melting and becoming too runny.

Keywords: coffee cake, cinnamon streusel cake, breakfast cake, easy coffee cake recipe, moist coffee cake

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