Sugar Top Coffee Cake

Indulge in a slice of pure comfort with this delightful Sugar Top Coffee Cake—a classic treat that combines tender, buttery layers with a satisfyingly sweet, crunchy topping. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon coffee break, this easy-to-make cake features a moist crumb thanks to rich butter, vanilla, and a hint of cinnamon. The crowning glory is its sugary topping, made with a blend of light brown sugar, cinnamon, and coarse turbinado sugar, creating an irresistible texture and flavor in every bite. Ready in under an hour, this 9x9-inch coffee cake serves 8 and is sure to become a staple recipe for gatherings or solo indulgence. Whether paired with your favorite coffee or enjoyed on its own, this coffee cake is a timeless treat you’ll crave again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter
• 0.75 cups milk
• 2 whole large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.25 cups light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons coarse sugar (like turbinado)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

Cut the butter into small cubes and add it to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, and vanilla extract.

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be lumpy.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon together. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the batter.

Step 8

Sprinkle the coarse sugar on top of the brown sugar mixture for a crunchy topping.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(587.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1326.7

Total Fat 16.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 388.5mg	0%
Sodium 1408.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 247.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.9g	0%
Total Sugars 60.6g
Protein 43.0g	0%

Vitamin D 160.5IU	0%
Calcium 375.9mg	0%
Iron 13.5mg	0%
Potassium 772.5mg	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: 11.2%

Protein: 13.2%

Carbs: 75.6%