Coffee Cake
This coffee cake recipe blends soft textures and sweet flavors into a comforting dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts optional
Streusel Topping
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Icing (optional)
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk extra, if needed
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the egg with the oil until well blended.
- Mix in the vanilla and sugar, whisking until the sugar has dissolved.
- Gradually pour in the milk, blending until smooth.
- Lightly sprinkle in the salt and baking powder, then gradually incorporate the flour.
- Stir gently to create a tender batter.
Streusel Topping
- In a separate bowl, combine melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and flour to make the streusel topping.
- Mix until crumbly.
Baking
- Fold in the chopped walnuts (if using) and pour the batter into a greased baking dish.
- Smooth the top and sprinkle the streusel topping generously over the batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean (about 30 minutes).
Notes
Allow ingredients to reach room temperature before mixing for better blending. For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg along with cinnamon.