Cranberry Sour Cream Coffee Cake With Streusel Topping
Nothing beats a freshly baked coffee cake in the morning. With the perfect combination of tart cranberries and creamy sour cream, this Cranberry Sour Cream Coffee Cake With Streusel Topping is sure to become a new favorite. Not only is it delicious, but it's also easy to make and perfect for entertaining. Here's how to make it:
Ingredients
For the cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries (if using frozen, do not thaw)
For the streusel topping:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch springform pan and set aside.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the sour cream, and mix until just combined. Fold in the cranberries.
5. To make the streusel topping, mix together the flour, sugar, and melted butter until crumbly.
6. Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Sprinkle half of the streusel topping over the batter. Pour the remaining batter over the streusel and spread it evenly. Sprinkle the remaining streusel over the top.
7. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before removing from the pan.
Variations
This Cranberry Sour Cream Coffee Cake With Streusel Topping is delicious as is, but you can also try some fun variations:
- Substitute blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries for the cranberries.
- Add a teaspoon of cinnamon to the streusel topping for a warm, spicy flavor.
- Top with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and milk.
Conclusion
With its tangy cranberries, creamy sour cream, and buttery streusel topping, this Cranberry Sour Cream Coffee Cake With Streusel Topping is sure to become a new favorite. It's perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dessert. Try it out and see for yourself!
