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Easy One-Bowl Cinnamon Coffee Cake

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A simple and cozy cinnamon coffee cake made in one bowl, perfect for lazy mornings and brunch. Features a tender crumb with a cinnamon-sugar swirl and a lightly crisp top.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ½ cup (120 ml) buttermilk, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup (100 g) packed brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch (20 cm) baking pan with butter or non-stick spray and set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and 2 tsp ground cinnamon until combined.
  3. Add the softened butter and granulated sugar to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed with a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Pour in the buttermilk and vanilla extract. Mix on low speed until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  6. In a small bowl, stir together the brown sugar and 1 tbsp cinnamon to make the cinnamon swirl.
  7. Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the batter.
  8. Pour the remaining batter on top and spread gently. Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon sugar on top, pressing lightly into the batter.
  9. Bake for 35-40 minutes, starting to check at 35 minutes by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  10. Remove from oven and let cool in the pan on a cooling rack for at least 20 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for best results. Do not overmix the batter after adding flour to keep the cake tender. If the top browns too quickly, tent with foil after 25 minutes. For gluten-free, substitute flour with almond or gluten-free blend. For dairy-free, use coconut oil and almond/oat milk with vinegar as buttermilk substitute.

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Keywords: cinnamon coffee cake, easy coffee cake, one-bowl cake, cinnamon swirl, breakfast cake, cozy mornings, simple baking

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