Description
This cozy and simple Amish cinnamon sugar coffee cake is soft, buttery, and filled with a sweet cinnamon swirl. Topped with a crunchy cinnamon-sugar crust, it's the perfect easy bake for breakfast, brunch, or a comforting afternoon treat.
Ingredients
- For the cake batter:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- For the cinnamon sugar swirl and topping:
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, mix milk, egg, vanilla, and melted butter.
- Add wet ingredients to dry and stir until just combined—do not overmix.
- Pour half the batter into the prepared pan.
- Mix brown sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle half over the batter.
- Pour remaining batter on top and sprinkle with the rest of the cinnamon-sugar mix.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Add chopped pecans or walnuts to the cinnamon layer for extra texture.
- Mix in raisins or mini chocolate chips for variation.
- For a sweet finish, drizzle a glaze of powdered sugar and milk once cooled.
- Buttermilk can be used instead of milk—just adjust leavening accordingly.
- Doubles well for a 9x13-inch pan; increase bake time to 40–45 minutes.
