Sour Cream Coffee Cake
Savor the delightful taste of homemade sour cream coffee cake, a perfect companion for your morning coffee or afternoon tea. This rich and moist cake features a buttery crumb with hints of vanilla and cinnamon, creating an irresistible treat that evokes cozy memories of family gatherings. Easy to prepare and visually stunning with its sugary cinnamon swirl, this cake is bound to impress friends and family alike. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply indulging in a weekday craving, each slice promises comfort and joy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup full-fat sour cream
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and cinnamon; set aside.
- In another bowl, beat butter and granulated sugar until fluffy (3-4 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in sour cream and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients without overmixing.
- Prepare the cinnamon swirl by mixing additional sugar with cinnamon; layer it within the batter.
- Pour batter into the pan, bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool before glazing with powdered sugar mixed with milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg