Nana's Coffee Cake

Indulge in the nostalgic comfort of Nana's Coffee Cake—a timeless recipe brimming with tender, buttery layers, a ribbon of cinnamon-sugar, and a delightfully crumbly topping. This easy homemade cake comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time, using classic pantry staples like sour cream for ultimate moistness and chopped nuts for a satisfying crunch. Perfectly spiced with cinnamon and kissed with the warmth of brown sugar, this coffee cake bakes to golden perfection in under 40 minutes. Whether served warm with your morning coffee or as an afternoon treat, it's the ultimate crowd-pleaser for brunches, family gatherings, or simply a cozy day at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 cup Pecans or walnuts, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the sour cream and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and ground cinnamon. This will be your cinnamon-sugar filling and topping.

Step 7

Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the batter, along with half of the chopped nuts if using.

Step 8

Spread the remaining cake batter over the cinnamon layer, taking care to spread it evenly. Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture and nuts over the top.

Step 9

Bake the coffee cake 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 about 15 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1218.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4866.8

Total Fat 290.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 159.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 1003.7mg	0%
Sodium 2614.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 531.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.3g	0%
Total Sugars 290.0g
Protein 59.4g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 606.2mg	0%
Iron 18.2mg	0%
Potassium 878.4mg	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: 52.5%

Protein: 4.8%

Carbs: 42.7%