Grandfather's Favorite Coffee Cake

Indulge in the warm and nostalgic flavors of "Grandfather's Favorite Coffee Cake," a timeless treat that's perfect for any occasion. This classic coffee cake features a delightfully tender, buttery crumb infused with the comforting essence of vanilla and cinnamon. The rich layer of cinnamon sugar swirl hidden within each slice adds a sweet, spiced surprise, while the golden, crumbly topping creates the perfect finishing touch. With just 20 minutes of prep and simple, pantry-friendly ingredients like all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and melted butter, this recipe is as easy as it is satisfying. Whether you're serving it as a centerpiece for brunch, a midday snack, or pairing it with your favorite coffee or tea, this crowd-pleasing coffee cake is sure to become a cherished addition to your baking repertoire. Plus, its 12-serving size ensures there's plenty to share—if you’re willing to part with it!

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup milk
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.75 cup all-purpose flour (for crumb topping)
• 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed (for crumb topping)
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for crumb topping)
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan and set it aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until well combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and ground cinnamon for the cinnamon swirl. Set aside.

Step 6

Pour half of the batter into the prepared baking pan. Sprinkle the cinnamon and brown sugar mixture evenly over the batter layer.

Step 7

Pour the remaining batter over the cinnamon mixture and spread it evenly to cover.

Step 8

To make the crumb topping, mix the flour, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon in a bowl. Add the cold butter cubes and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to combine until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 9

Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the batter in the pan.

Step 10

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

Step 11

Let the coffee cake cool in the pan on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1476.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5460.8

Total Fat 258.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 158.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 1039.8mg	0%
Sodium 2413.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 738.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.9g	0%
Total Sugars 425.8g
Protein 64.3g	0%

Vitamin D 247.7IU	0%
Calcium 738.3mg	0%
Iron 19.0mg	0%
Potassium 1335.9mg	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: 42.0%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 53.3%