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Sour Cream Coffee Cake

Irresistibly Moist Sour Cream Coffee Cake with Cinnamon Swirl

This Sour Cream Coffee Cake is a moist delight with a cinnamon swirl, perfect for breakfast or an afternoon treat.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar (Ripple) Provides sweetness to the cinnamon ripple; brown sugar adds deeper flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adds spice and warmth to the flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Adds richness and moisture.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar (Cake) Primary sweetener for the cake.
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar Contributes moisture and caramel flavor.
  • 2 Large Eggs Provide structure and bind ingredients.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Ensures the cake is moist and tender.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds depth of flavor.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Main structure builder for cake.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Leavening agent for rising.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Leavening agent for rising.
For the Streusel Topping
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Forms the base of the streusel.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the topping.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Complements the topping.
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Should be melted and mixed until crumbly.

Equipment

  • 9x9 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Stand mixer or hand mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch metal baking pan.
  2. Combine granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt for the cinnamon ripple in a small bowl.
  3. Cream together the unsalted butter and both granulated and light brown sugars until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the large eggs one at a time, beat well after each addition, then mix in sour cream and vanilla extract.
  5. Whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl, then fold into the wet mixture.
  6. Spread half of the batter in the prepared pan and sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top.
  7. Dollop remaining batter on top and spread gently; it doesn't need to be perfectly smooth.
  8. Combine all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon for the streusel topping; mix in melted butter until crumbly.
  9. Sprinkle the streusel mixture over the batter and bake for about 50 minutes until golden brown.
  10. Let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 350IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize with nuts, chocolate chips, or fruit preserves for added flavor and texture.

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