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Yogurt Streusel Coffee Cake Recipe

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This Yogurt Streusel Coffee Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert featuring a tender cake base enriched with Greek yogurt and a crunchy cinnamon walnut streusel topping. Finished with a smooth vanilla glaze, this coffee cake is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat.

Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

  • 1 cup salted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Streusel Topping

  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar

Glaze

  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 3–5 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC). Grease a 9- or 10-inch bundt cake pan with shortening and dust it lightly with flour to prevent sticking.
  2. Prepare Cake Batter: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and eggs until light and fluffy. Carefully fold in the Greek yogurt and vanilla extract until just combined. Add the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt; mix well to form a smooth batter.
  3. Layer Batter and Streusel: Spoon half of the cake batter evenly into the prepared bundt pan. In a small bowl, combine the chopped walnuts, cinnamon, and brown sugar to make the streusel topping. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the batter. Then, spoon the remaining batter over the streusel layer, smoothing the top gently.
  4. Bake: Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 50 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This ensures the cake is fully baked and moist inside.
  5. Cool the Cake: Once baked, allow the cake to cool in the pan for at least 35 minutes. Then, carefully loosen the edges with a knife and invert the cake onto a plate. Allow it to cool completely before glazing.
  6. Make the Glaze: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the powdered sugar. Add heavy cream one tablespoon at a time until you reach your desired icing consistency, whether for drizzling or spreading. Stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  7. Glaze the Cake: Immediately drizzle the vanilla glaze over the cooled coffee cake, allowing it to drizzle down the sides for a beautiful finish.
  8. Storage and Serving: Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature. For the best flavor and texture, make the cake the day before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Notes

  • Use full-fat Greek yogurt for the richest texture and flavor.
  • You can substitute chopped pecans or almonds for walnuts if preferred.
  • The cake is best enjoyed the day after baking, as it allows the flavors to develop and the texture to soften.
  • Ensure not to overmix the batter to keep the cake tender.
  • Adjust the heavy cream quantity in the glaze to achieve your preferred consistency, whether thick or thin.

Keywords: Yogurt Coffee Cake, Streusel Coffee Cake, Bundt Cake, Breakfast Cake, Greek Yogurt Cake, Cinnamon Streusel

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