Grandma's Streusel Filled Coffee Cake

Indulge in the nostalgic charm of Grandma's Streusel Filled Coffee Cake, a timeless recipe that combines tender, buttery cake with a rich, cinnamon-scented streusel filling. Perfectly moist thanks to the addition of sour cream, this coffee cake features layers of sweet brown sugar and optional crunchy nuts for added texture and flavor. Topped with a light dusting of powdered sugar, it’s an elegant yet effortless treat ideal for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Baked to golden perfection in a bundt or tube pan, this crowd-pleaser is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Whether paired with a steaming cup of coffee or enjoyed on its own, this classic coffee cake is a cozy, homemade delight that’s sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 0.75 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup sour cream
• 0.75 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 cup chopped nuts (optional, such as pecans or walnuts)
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch tube pan or bundt pan with butter or nonstick spray.

Step 2

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed butter mixture, alternating with the sour cream. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

To prepare the streusel filling, combine the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and chopped nuts (if using) in a small bowl. Mix well and set aside.

Step 7

Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly with a spatula. Sprinkle half of the streusel mixture evenly over the batter.

Step 8

Spread the remaining batter over the streusel layer and top with the rest of the streusel mixture.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Carefully invert the cake onto a wire rack and then flip it right-side up to cool completely.

Step 11

Once the cake has cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar for garnish.

Step 12

Slice and serve with coffee, tea, or your favorite beverage. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1012.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3268.8

Total Fat 94.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 487mg	0%
Sodium 2460.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 577.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.6g	0%
Total Sugars 379.3g
Protein 50.3g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 598.7mg	0%
Iron 15.7mg	0%
Potassium 870.6mg	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: 25.4%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 68.6%