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A delicious slice of marble coffee cake with a generous streusel topping on a light plate.
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Classic Coffee Cake

A classic coffee cake with a tender, moist crumb, cinnamon‑sugar layer, and buttery streusel topping — a cozy morning treat perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon pick‑me‑up. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 minute
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Crumble Topping
  • 1 cup all‑purpose flour for topping
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed, for topping
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon for topping
  • pinch kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter very soft, for topping
Cinnamon Sugar Layer
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 Tbsp all‑purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
Coffee Cake Batter
  • 3 cups all‑purpose flour
  • 2 1/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter very soft, for batter
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup whole milk
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 Tbsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls (various sizes)
  • Electric stand mixer or hand mixer
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • Toothpick

Method
 

  1. Prep the Pan: Generously butter or spray a 9×13‑inch baking pan to prevent sticking. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
  2. Make the Crumble Topping: In a bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Mash the soft butter into the mixture with a fork or fingers until crumbly; set aside. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
  3. Prepare the Cinnamon Sugar Layer: In a small bowl, whisk together sugar, flour, and cinnamon until well mixed; set aside. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
  4. Mix Dry Cake Batter: In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
  5. Add Butter: Add the soft butter to the dry mixture and beat on medium‑low until it resembles moist sand. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
  6. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together sour cream, milk, eggs, and vanilla until smooth. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
  7. Make Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and beat until mostly smooth. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
  8. Assemble Cake: Spread half of the batter into the pan, sprinkle the cinnamon‑sugar layer over it, then spread remaining batter over the top. Finally, sprinkle the prepared crumble evenly across the cake. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
  9. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the assembled cake about 55 minutes, until a toothpick in the center comes out clean. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
  10. Cool: Let the cake cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}

Notes

Use room‑temperature ingredients for best texture. Add chopped pecans or walnuts to the crumble for extra crunch, or dust with powdered sugar when serving. Store at room temperature up to 3–4 days, or freeze slices for up to 2–3 months. :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}