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This delicious cinnamon coffee cake is perfect for pairing with your morning coffee. With its tender crumb and rich cinnamon flavor, it’s sure to become a favorite treat. The blend of warm spices and sweet brown sugar creates a cozy and comforting flavor reminiscent of a classic cinnamon roll, but with much less effort. Whether you’re hosting a brunch, looking for a delightful afternoon snack, or wanting something special for your breakfast table, this cake will not disappoint. The combination of a soft, moist cake with a crunchy streusel topping offers a delightful contrast in textures that will make every bite enjoyable. Plus, the simple ingredients and straightforward preparation make it easy to whip up any day of the week.
Preparation Time
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 50 minutes
Total time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Ingredients
For the cake:
140 g (1 cup + 2 tbsp) all-purpose flour
30 g (4 tbsp) powdered milk or cornstarch
1 tsp (3 g) baking powder
1/8 tsp baking soda
150 g unsalted butter, at room temperature
3 eggs (150 g liquid)
130-140 g (1/2 cup + 3 tbsp) sugar
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
20 g (2 tbsp) yogurt
20 g (2 tbsp) milk
1/4 tsp salt
For the cinnamon filling:
50 g (4 tbsp) brown sugar
10 g (1 tbsp) all-purpose flour
1 tsp ground cinnamon
For the cinnamon streusel topping:
50 g (5 tbsp) all-purpose flour
30 g unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
40-50 g (3-4 tbsp) brown sugar
1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/8 tsp salt or a pinch
Directions
Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 165°C (325°F) for electric ovens or 175°C (350°F) for gas ovens. Grease a 21.5 cm x 11 cm (8.5 in x 4.5 in) baking pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
Prepare the cinnamon filling:
In a small bowl, mix together 50 g of brown sugar, 10 g of flour, and 1 tsp of ground cinnamon. Set aside.
Prepare the cinnamon streusel topping:
In another small bowl, mix together 50 g of flour, 40-50 g of brown sugar, 1 1/2 tsp of ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
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