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Banana Bread Coffee Cake

Banana Bread Coffee Cake That Will Brighten Your Mornings

A delightful Banana Bread Coffee Cake that combines moist banana flavors with cinnamon, perfect for breakfast or snack time.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 9 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Batter
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Sweetness and moisture; try coconut sugar for a healthier option.
  • 1/2 cup White Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness and helps with the cake’s structure.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Infuses warmth and flavor; substitute with pumpkin spice for a unique twist.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances the overall flavor of the cake.
  • 1 1/2 cups All-purpose Flour Provides essential structure; a gluten-free blend can be a great alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Contributes richness and moisture; consider using coconut oil for a dairy-free version.
  • 2 large Eggs Binds the ingredients together; use room temperature eggs for best results.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Adds moisture and flavor; Greek yogurt can be a healthier substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract An essential flavor enhancer for depth.
  • 2 medium Overripe Bananas Bringing moisture and natural sweetness; frozen bananas work too.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Acts as the leavening agent, ensuring a fluffy cake.
Streusel Topping
  • 1/2 cup All-purpose Flour Gives the streusel its texture; can also use a gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1/3 cup Brown Sugar Provides sweetness and depth to the topping; coconut sugar works here too!
  • 1/3 cup Granulated Sugar Adds extra sweetness to the topping.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Enhances the warm, cozy flavors of your streusel; swap with nutmeg for a twist.
  • 1 pinch Salt A pinch will enhance the flavors even more.
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Melting it brings the crumb together; you can substitute with a plant-based option.
Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Sweetens the glaze perfectly; a sugar alternative can work if you prefer.
  • 2-3 tablespoons Milk To thin the glaze for a pourable consistency; try non-dairy milk for a vegan option.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • 9x9-inch baking pan

Method
 

Directions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine ½ cup all-purpose flour, ⅓ cup brown sugar, ⅓ cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Pour in ¼ cup melted unsalted butter, and mix with a fork until the mixture resembles clumpy sand. Chill the streusel in the refrigerator.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together ⅓ cup brown sugar and 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon until well combined. Set aside for later.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together ½ cup melted unsalted butter and ½ cup brown sugar with ½ cup white granulated sugar until smooth. Add in 2 large eggs, ½ cup sour cream, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, and 2 medium overripe bananas (mashed) and mix until creamy.
  4. Gently fold in 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and a pinch of salt into the wet mixture until no dry flour spots remain.
  5. Grease a 9x9-inch baking pan and spread half of the batter evenly across the bottom. Spoon the cinnamon filling over the batter, followed by the remaining batter. Swirl layers with a knife and sprinkle the chilled streusel on top.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 35–45 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. The top should be golden brown.
  7. Once baked, let it cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes. Prepare a glaze by whisking together 1 cup powdered sugar and 2-3 tablespoons of milk until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for better texture and ensure not to overmix the batter for a lighter cake.

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