Copycat Starbucks Classic Coffee Cake

Indulge in the buttery, crumbly delight of this Copycat Starbucks Classic Coffee Cake, a must-try baked treat that perfectly captures the nostalgic essence of your favorite café indulgence. This recipe features a soft, tender cake base made rich with sour cream and a hint of vanilla, topped with a generous layer of cinnamon-brown sugar crumb that’s decadently buttery and melt-in-your-mouth perfect. The crumb topping is both irresistible and easy to make, while a dusting of powdered sugar adds a charming, bakery-style finish. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a 9x9-inch pan yielding nine hearty servings, this homemade coffee cake is the ultimate pairing for your morning coffee or an afternoon tea break. Whether you're hosting brunch or simply craving a slice of classic comfort, this Starbucks-inspired dessert will make your kitchen the best bakery in town.

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 9

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 2 tablespoons Milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cup Brown sugar (packed)
• 1.5 tablespoons Cinnamon
• 1.33 cups All-purpose flour (for crumb topping)
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (melted for crumb topping)
• 0.5 cup Powdered sugar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together 2.5 cups all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream together 0.5 cup softened butter and 1 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add eggs one at a time to the butter mixture, beating well after each addition. Then, mix in the sour cream, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 5

Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until fully incorporated. Be careful not to overmix, as this may result in a dense cake.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 7

In a small bowl, prepare the crumb topping by combining 0.75 cup brown sugar, 1.5 tablespoons cinnamon, and 1.33 cups flour. Pour in 0.5 cup melted butter and use a fork to stir until large crumbs form.

Step 8

Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the batter in the baking dish, covering the surface completely.

Step 9

Bake the coffee cake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Let the cake cool completely before dusting it lightly with 0.5 cup powdered sugar for a classic finishing touch.

Step 11

Slice the cake into 9 squares and serve with your favorite coffee or tea. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1524.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5745.3

Total Fat 254.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 157.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 1010.0mg	0%
Sodium 2061.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 819.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.9g	0%
Total Sugars 450.3g
Protein 71.8g	0%

Vitamin D 212.5IU	0%
Calcium 781.0mg	0%
Iron 20.0mg	0%
Potassium 1031.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.1%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 56.0%