Description
This classic Sour Cream Coffee Cake is the ultimate treat for any coffee lover, featuring a moist, tender crumb and a decadent layer of cinnamon-sugar streusel. Developed for professional results, the combination of full-fat sour cream and a dual-layer streusel technique ensures every bite is perfectly balanced and flavorful. It is a quick, easy, and family-friendly recipe that remains fresh for days, making it the perfect choice for cozy weekend mornings or casual gatherings with friends.
Ingredients
1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup full-fat sour cream, room temperature
14 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
2 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
2 large eggs, room temperature
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup whole milk
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F and grease an 8-inch square pan, lining it with parchment paper.
Prepare the topping by combining brown sugar, 1/2 cup flour, and 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon in a bowl; cut in 6 tbsp cold cubed butter until crumbly and refrigerate.
In a medium bowl, whisk together remaining flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until smooth and fluffy.
Add eggs and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, beating well.
Mix in the sour cream until combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, stirring until just combined.
Spread half the batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle with half the streusel topping.
Top with the remaining batter and the rest of the streusel.
Bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Notes
Ensure ingredients like sour cream and eggs are at room temperature for a better emulsion. Do not overmix the batter to maintain a tender crumb. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 40
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
