Orange Streusel Coffee Cake

Brighten up your mornings with this indulgent Orange Streusel Coffee Cake, a perfect balance of citrusy freshness and cozy sweetness. This moist and tender cake derives its zesty flavor from freshly squeezed orange juice and vibrant orange zest, while a rich streusel topping made with brown sugar, cinnamon, and optional chopped pecans adds an irresistible crunch. The addition of sour cream ensures a creamy texture, making this coffee cake the ultimate treat to pair with your favorite cup of coffee or tea. With a quick 20-minute prep time and a gorgeous crumbly topping, this cake is ideal for brunch, holidays, or any special occasion. Serve it warm for a comforting homemade dessert, or dust it with powdered sugar for an extra touch of elegance.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 0.75 cup fresh orange juice
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 cup chopped pecans (optional)
• 0.25 cup all-purpose flour (for streusel)
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for streusel)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round baking pan or springform pan.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon baking powder, and 0.5 teaspoon salt.

Step 3

Add the 0.5 cup softened unsalted butter, 0.75 cup fresh orange juice, 1 tablespoon orange zest, 2 large eggs, 0.5 cup sour cream, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix 0.5 cup brown sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 0.25 cup all-purpose flour, 0.5 cup chopped pecans (if using), and 3 tablespoons melted unsalted butter until crumbly. This will be your streusel topping.

Step 6

Sprinkle the streusel mixture evenly over the cake batter in the pan.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely or serve warm.

Step 9

Optional: Dust with powdered sugar before serving for a decorative touch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1200.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4076.8

Total Fat 207.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 105.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 782.2mg	0%
Sodium 2789.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 525.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.8g	0%
Total Sugars 296.8g
Protein 53.0g	0%

Vitamin D 107.4IU	0%
Calcium 434.0mg	0%
Iron 16.1mg	0%
Potassium 1184.4mg	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: 44.7%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 50.3%