Maple Cinnamon Streusel Coffee Cake
This Maple Cinnamon Streusel Coffee Cake combines the warm flavors of maple and cinnamon in a moist, tender cake topped with a crunchy streusel. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon treat, it pairs beautifully with a cup of coffee.
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 large Eggs
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup oats
Instructions
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Step 1:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
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Step 2:
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
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Step 3:
In another bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Step 4:
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the maple syrup.
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Step 5:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, and mix until just combined.
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Step 6:
In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, oats, and a pinch of cinnamon for the streusel topping.
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Step 7:
Pour half of the batter into the prepared cake pan, sprinkle half of the streusel topping, then add the remaining batter and top with the rest of the streusel.
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Step 8:
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Step 9:
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature.