My Grandma's Of New England Coffee Cake Recipe To Savor

Are you ready to embark on a flavor adventure that will leave your taste buds dancing? Well, buckle up, because today we’re diving into a scrumptious coffee cake recipe that will have you baking like a pro (or at least pretending to). This buttery delight is so good that you’ll want to make it again and again. Let’s get started!

Buttery Coffee Cake

You might want to grab your apron and put on your baking hat, because this recipe is about to take you to Cloud Nine! With every slice, you’ll experience moist cake layers, a buttery swirl, and a crumbly topping that will have you questioning why you ever ate store-bought cakes.

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 stick (½ cup) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup sour cream
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
½ cup brown sugar (for the topping)
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for the topping)
½ cup chopped nuts (optional, but why not?)

Instructions

First things first, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). You want it hot and ready like a beach in July!
In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. It’s like a party in a bowl!
Add in the softened butter and mix until you get a crumbly consistency. You can use a fork, a pastry cutter, or your hands if you’re feeling a bit wild.
Next, stir in the sour cream, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth like jazz. No lumps, please!
Now, grab an 8x8-inch baking pan, greased for success. Pour half of the batter into the pan and spread it out evenly.
For the next layer, sprinkle half of the brown sugar, cinnamon, and nuts (if you’re using them) over the batter. Time for some sweet action!
Pour the rest of the batter over the topping layer. Spread the remaining brown sugar, cinnamon, and nuts on top like you mean it.
Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick stuck in the center comes out clean. Enjoy the heavenly aroma wafting through your home—it’s the best part!
Let the cake cool for a bit, but don’t let it cool too long, because who can resist a warm slice?

And voilà! You’ve now created a coffee cake that’s not just a treat for your taste buds but also a fantastic reason to gather everyone around the table. Or to consume it solo while binge-watching your favorite show. Either way, enjoy every buttery bite!