Yogurt Streusel Coffee Cake Recipe
Introduction
This Yogurt Streusel Coffee Cake combines moist, tender cake with a crunchy, cinnamon-sweet streusel topping. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon treat, it’s simple to make yet impressively delicious.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 large eggs
- For the streusel topping:
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup cold butter, cut into small pieces
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch square baking pan.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, yogurt, and eggs until smooth to make the batter.
- Step 3: Prepare the streusel by mixing sugar, flour, and cinnamon in a small bowl. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Step 4: Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan, then sprinkle half of the streusel topping evenly over it.
- Step 5: Pour the remaining batter over the streusel layer and top it with the remaining streusel.
- Step 6: Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Step 7: Let the cake cool in the pan before slicing and serving.
Tips & Variations
- Use Greek yogurt for a richer texture and slight tang.
- Add chopped nuts to the streusel for extra crunch.
- Mix a teaspoon of vanilla extract into the batter for enhanced flavor.
Storage
Store the coffee cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Reheat slices in the microwave for 10-15 seconds to restore softness.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use flavored yogurt instead of plain?
Yes, you can use flavored yogurt like vanilla or fruit-flavored, but it may change the sweetness and flavor profile of the cake.
How can I make the streusel topping more crumbly?
Ensure the butter is very cold when mixing into the streusel ingredients, and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to combine until coarse crumbs form.
PrintYogurt Streusel Coffee Cake Recipe
This Yogurt Streusel Coffee Cake is a moist and tender cake with a tangy yogurt base and a crunchy, sweet streusel topping. Perfect for breakfast or a delightful afternoon treat, it combines simple ingredients to create a comforting classic with a balanced sweetness and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 9 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Batter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Streusel Topping
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Streusel Topping: In a bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Cut in cold cubed butter using a pastry cutter or fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside in the refrigerator.
- Make the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until combined, then add yogurt, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Assemble the Cake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch square baking pan. Spread half of the batter evenly in the pan. Sprinkle half of the streusel topping over the batter. Add the remaining batter over the streusel layer and finish with the remaining streusel on top.
- Bake the Cake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan on a wire rack for at least 20 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, substitute some of the yogurt with sour cream.
- Use Greek yogurt for a thicker batter and tangier taste.
- Streusel topping can be varied by adding chopped nuts or oats for added texture.
- Ensure the butter in the streusel is cold to achieve a crumbly texture.
- This coffee cake is best consumed within two days but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature.
Keywords: Yogurt coffee cake, Streusel coffee cake, Breakfast cake, Easy coffee cake recipe, Moist coffee cake
