Description
Comforting aromas of cinnamon roll coffee cake swirl through kitchens, promising a sweet morning indulgence. Rich layers of buttery crumb and warm spices blend perfectly, inviting you to savor each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients:
- 3 cups flour
- 3 tsp baking powder
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 3 cups powdered sugar
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 15 tablespoons butter, melted
- 4 1/2 tablespoons salted butter
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 3/4 cup milk
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
- 4 ounces cream cheese
Flavor and Garnish Ingredients:
- 6 tablespoons cinnamon
- 1 1/2 cups brown sugar
- 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 1/2 teaspoons corn syrup
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350°F and lining a sheet pan with parchment paper for easy removal and clean-up.
- Create a smooth base by thoroughly creaming sugar and butter until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Incorporate sour cream into the butter mixture, then gently blend in milk to create a rich, creamy foundation.
- Enhance the batter’s flavor and texture by whisking in eggs and vanilla extract until fully integrated.
- In a separate container, combine flour, baking powder, and salt, creating a uniform dry ingredient mixture.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring carefully to prevent overmixing and maintain a tender cake texture.
- Prepare the swirl filling by mixing brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter to create a fragrant, sweet layer.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared sheet pan, spreading it evenly to ensure consistent baking.
- Artfully drizzle the cinnamon-sugar filling across the surface, using a knife to create elegant swirls throughout the cake.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 23-25 minutes, watching for a golden-brown top and firm texture.
- While the cake cools, craft the creamy icing by combining butter, sugar, heavy cream, vanilla, and corn syrup in a saucepan.
- Bring the icing mixture to a boil, cooking for 3-4 minutes until it slightly thickens and develops a glossy appearance.
- Remove from heat and blend in cream cheese, stirring until completely melted and smooth.
- Gradually incorporate powdered sugar, adjusting the consistency to create a perfectly drizzleable icing.
- Allow the icing to cool briefly, then generously pour over the cooled cake, creating an irresistible finishing touch.
- Slice into square servings and enjoy the delightful combination of tender cake and sweet cinnamon swirls.
Notes
- Check butter and eggs are at room temperature for smoother mixing and better cake texture.
- Avoid overmixing batter to prevent tough, dense coffee cake – mix just until ingredients combine.
- Swirl filling gently to create beautiful marbled effect without completely blending into batter.
- For gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with 1:1 gluten-free baking blend and add 1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum for better structure.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 475
- Sugar: 45 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 58 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg