Simple Coffee Cake with Oatmeal Streusel Topping
Craving something sweet? Try this moist and flavorful Coffee Cake topped with crunchy Oatmeal Streusel.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup milk
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Oatmeal Streusel Topping:
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, prepare the streusel topping by combining rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Add melted butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle the oatmeal streusel topping evenly over the batter.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
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Enhance Moisture and Flavor:
To make the cake even more moist and flavorful, consider adding ½ cup of sour cream or Greek yogurt to the batter. This will enhance the richness and keep the cake soft for longer. -
Boost the Streusel Texture:
For a crispier, crunchier streusel topping, mix in ¼ cup of chopped nuts (such as pecans or walnuts). This will add an extra layer of texture and a nutty flavor that complements the cinnamon and oats beautifully.