This isn’t just any coffee cake; it’s a supremely moist, incredibly tender, and utterly delightful dessert that starts with a simple cake mix. Enhanced with a generous swirl of cinnamon-sugar streusel, this coffee cake is the perfect accompaniment to your morning coffee or a sweet treat to enjoy any time of day. It’s a comforting classic made effortlessly easy, delivering bakery-quality flavor with minimal effort.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Servings: 12
Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Servings: 12
Ingredients
- 1 (15.25 ounce) box yellow cake mix
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) cold butter, cut into small pieces
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Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, sour cream, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer until well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and cinnamon.
- Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Sprinkle the streusel evenly over the cake batter.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Expert Tips for Success
- Don’t overmix the batter; it can make the cake tough.
- Use cold butter for the streusel; it will create a better texture.
- For a tangier flavor, use full-fat sour cream.
- Serve warm with a cup of coffee or tea.
- You can add 1/2 cup of chopped pecans or walnuts to the streusel for extra crunch.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I use a different flavor of cake mix?
A: Yes, spice cake or buttermilk cake mix would also be delicious.
Q: Can I make this ahead of time?
A: Yes, you can assemble the cake and streusel up to a day in advance and keep it refrigerated. Bake just before serving.
Q: What if I don’t have a pastry blender?
A: You can use your fingers or two knives to cut in the butter.
Thank you for trying out this recipe! We hope you and your family enjoy it.
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