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Lausd Coffee Cake

A tender and buttery coffee cake with a hint of cinnamon, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan with butter or cooking spray.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
  4. In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
  6. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the sour cream.
  7. In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and chopped nuts with a bit of cinnamon.
  8. Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan, sprinkle half of the topping, then add the remaining batter and top with the rest of the cinnamon mixture.
  9. Bake for about 30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.

Notes

Serve warm with your favorite coffee or tea.