Description
This Easy Copycat Starbucks Coffee Cake recipe recreates the beloved coffee cake with tender crumb and a sweet cinnamon streusel topping. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon treat, this cake combines a moist buttery base with a crunchy cinnamon sugar topping and a light vanilla glaze for extra indulgence.
Ingredients
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Cake Batter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
Cinnamon Streusel Topping
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
Vanilla Icing
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking pan, and optionally line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Make the Streusel Topping: In a bowl, combine the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and flour. Cut in the cold cubed butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture forms coarse crumbs. Set the streusel mixture aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This creates an airy base for the cake texture.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Mix in the vanilla extract for flavor.
- Combine Dry Ingredients and Sour Cream: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Alternately add the dry ingredients and sour cream to the creamed butter mixture, mixing gently until just combined without overmixing to keep the cake tender.
- Layer Batter and Streusel: Spread half of the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon streusel mixture over the batter. Spread the remaining batter over the streusel layer, then top with the rest of the streusel mixture.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan.
- Make Icing and Drizzle: Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract together until smooth to form a glaze. Drizzle the icing evenly over the cooled cake before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the butter for the streusel is cold to achieve the crumbly texture.
- Do not overmix the batter once the dry ingredients are added to maintain a tender crumb.
- Allow the cake to cool before icing to prevent the glaze from melting off.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute sour cream and butter with plant-based alternatives.
- Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Starbucks copycat coffee cake, cinnamon streusel coffee cake, easy coffee cake recipe, breakfast cake, vanilla glaze coffee cake
