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Coffee Cake Homemade • Moist, Cozy & Perfect for Brunch

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Soft, buttery coffee cake with a cinnamon-streusel topping and tender crumb. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy afternoon treat.

Ingredients

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Cake Batter:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

  • 3/4 cup sugar

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 cup sour cream

  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour

  • 1½ tsp baking powder

  • 1/2 tsp baking soda

  • 1/4 tsp salt

Streusel Topping:

  • 1/2 cup brown sugar

  • 1 tbsp cinnamon

  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour

  • 1/4 cup melted butter

  • (Optional) 1/4 cup chopped nuts

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease an 8×8-inch pan.

  • Mix streusel topping ingredients in a small bowl. Set aside.

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs, sour cream, and vanilla.

  • Whisk dry ingredients in a separate bowl.

  • Add dry mix to wet and stir until just combined.

  • Spread half the batter in the pan, sprinkle half the streusel, repeat.

  • Bake 35–40 mins. Cool slightly before slicing.

Notes

  • Double the streusel for extra crumb topping.

  • Add fruit or nuts for variation.

  • Store at room temp or freeze for later.