Coffee Cake Recipe

Coffee Cake Directions

1. 1

   Preheat the Oven

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking dish.

2. 2

   Mix Dry Ingredients

   In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and cinnamon. Set aside.

3. 3

   Cream Butter and Sugar

   In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

4. 4

   Add Eggs and Vanilla

   Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.

5. 5

   Combine Mixtures

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.

6. 6

   Prepare Topping

   In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, cinnamon, and chopped nuts (if using).

7. 7

   Layer and Bake

   Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle half of the topping mixture over it. Pour the remaining batter on top and finish with the rest of the topping. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

8. 8

   Cool and Serve

   Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.