Grandma's Delightful Cinnamon Coffee Cake
This delectable Grandma's Delightful Cinnamon Coffee Cake is perfect for breakfast or an afternoon treat. Bursting with rich flavors of cinnamon and sugar, this moist and fluffy cake is sure to evoke warm memories of special gatherings with family and friends. Enjoy it fresh from the oven, or treat yourself to a slice later in the day with a cup of coffee or tea. It's a classic recipe that's easy to make and even easier to share!
6
Servings
N/A
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
flour
2 cups (all-purpose flour for the cake, plus ½ cup for the topping)
baking powder
5 teaspoons (for leavening)
salt
1 teaspoon (to enhance flavor)
eggs
2 (large, beaten)
sugar
1 ½ cups (granulated sugar for the cake)
butter
1 ⅓ cups (melted (2/3 cup for the cake, ½ cup for the topping))
milk
1 cup (1% low-fat milk)
vanilla extract
2 teaspoons (pure vanilla extract)
brown sugar
1 cup (light or dark brown sugar for the topping)
cinnamon
2 teaspoons (ground cinnamon for the topping)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease an 8 or 9-inch square baking pan.
2
In a medium bowl, combine the brown sugar, ½ cup of flour, ½ cup of melted butter, and 2 teaspoons of cinnamon. Mix until the mixture is crumbly, then set aside to create the topping.
3
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of flour, 5 teaspoons of baking powder, and 1 teaspoon of salt.
4
In a separate bowl, beat the 2 eggs and add 1 ½ cups of sugar, 2/3 cup of melted butter, 1 cup of 1% low-fat milk, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract. Mix well until combined.
5
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
6
Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking pan, smoothing it out evenly.
7
Sprinkle the crumbly topping mixture generously over the cake batter.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9
Allow the cake to cool slightly before cutting it into squares. Serve warm for the best flavor experience.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grandma's Delightful Cinnamon Coffee Cake?
It is a moist and fluffy cake bursting with rich flavors of cinnamon and sugar, perfect for breakfast or an afternoon treat.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe yields approximately 6 servings.
At what temperature should the oven be preheated?
The oven should be preheated to 375°F (190°C).
What size baking pan is required for this recipe?
You should use an 8 or 9-inch square baking pan.
Should the baking pan be greased?
Yes, the instructions specify to grease the baking pan before adding the batter.
How do I prepare the coffee cake topping?
In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup of brown sugar, 1/2 cup of flour, 1/2 cup of melted butter, and 2 teaspoons of cinnamon until crumbly.
What dry ingredients are used for the cake batter?
The dry ingredients include 2 cups of flour, 5 teaspoons of baking powder, and 1 teaspoon of salt.
How many eggs are needed?
The recipe calls for 2 large, beaten eggs.
What kind of sugar is used in the cake batter?
The cake batter uses 1 1/2 cups of granulated sugar.
How much butter is used in the cake batter itself?
The cake batter requires 2/3 cup of melted butter.
What type of milk is recommended for this recipe?
The recipe recommends using 1 cup of 1% low-fat milk.
Is vanilla extract used in this coffee cake?
Yes, the recipe uses 2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract.
How should the wet and dry ingredients be mixed?
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until they are just combined.
When do I add the topping to the cake?
Sprinkle the crumbly topping mixture generously over the cake batter once it has been poured into the pan and smoothed out.
How long does the coffee cake need to bake?
The cake should bake for approximately 25 minutes.
How can I check if the cake is done?
The cake is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
What is the best way to serve this coffee cake?
It is best served warm, either as a breakfast item or with a cup of coffee or tea.
How much total butter is needed for the entire recipe?
A total of 1 1/3 cups of melted butter is needed (2/3 cup for the cake and 1/2 cup for the topping).
Can I use dark brown sugar for the topping?
Yes, the recipe allows for either light or dark brown sugar in the topping.
What type of flour is used?
All-purpose flour is used for both the cake batter and the topping.
How many teaspoons of baking powder are required?
The recipe uses 5 teaspoons of baking powder for leavening.
How much cinnamon is in the topping?
The topping contains 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon.
Does the cake need to cool before cutting?
Yes, allow the cake to cool slightly before cutting it into squares.
Is this recipe suitable for families?
Yes, it is tagged as a family-friendly recipe.
Is this cake considered a breakfast item or a dessert?
It is versatile and tagged as both a breakfast item and a dessert.
What is the role of salt in this recipe?
One teaspoon of salt is used to enhance the overall flavor of the cake.
How much total flour is used in the entire recipe?
A total of 2 1/2 cups of flour is used (2 cups for the cake and 1/2 cup for the topping).
Should the butter be melted before mixing?
Yes, the butter should be melted for both the cake batter and the crumbly topping.
How much brown sugar is in the topping?
The topping requires 1 cup of light or dark brown sugar.
What makes this cake moist?
The combination of melted butter, eggs, and milk ensures a moist and fluffy texture.