Yogurt Streusel Coffee Cake Recipe
This Yogurt Streusel Coffee Cake is a moist and tender cake featuring a tangy yogurt-infused batter, layered with a sweet and crumbly streusel topping. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon treat with coffee, this coffee cake combines simple ingredients with a delightful texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Total Time: 50-55 minutes
- Yield: 9 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Batter Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Streusel Topping
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Streusel: In a small bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside.
- Make the Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, yogurt, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Layer Batter and Streusel: Pour half of the batter into a greased 9×9-inch baking pan. Sprinkle half of the streusel topping evenly over the batter. Pour the remaining batter over the streusel layer, spreading gently. Finally, sprinkle the remaining streusel on top.
- Bake the Cake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the assembled cake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the cake is set.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use plain or Greek yogurt for best texture and flavor.
- Cold butter is essential to achieve a crumbly streusel topping.
- For added flavor, consider adding chopped nuts to the streusel.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- This cake can be reheated briefly to refresh its texture.
Keywords: Yogurt coffee cake, streusel coffee cake, breakfast cake, easy coffee cake, crumb topping cake
