Judy's Irresistible Coffee Cake ☕🍰

This delightful coffee cake is a fantastic treat for breakfast or as an afternoon snack with your favorite cup of coffee. Its rich, buttery flavor complemented by a sweet cinnamon topping makes it a cozy addition to any gathering. Perfect for brunch or anytime you want to indulge your senses! Pair it with a hot cup of coffee or tea for the ultimate experience. ☕✨

Ingredients

For the batter

• 2½ cups all-purpose flour
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• ¾ cup salad oil
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp nutmeg
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 cup buttermilk

For the topping

• ¾ cup reserved crumb mixture
• 2 tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions

1. Create the crumb mixture: In a large bowl, mix the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, salt, and salad oil with a fork until you reach a crumbly texture.

   🔍 Tip: Make sure to break up any clumps of brown sugar for an even mixture.

2. Reserve the topping: Set aside ¾ cup of the crumb mixture for the topping. To the reserved portion, stir in the ground cinnamon and set aside.

3. Combine the batter ingredients: To the remaining crumb mixture, add the egg, baking powder, nutmeg, baking soda, and buttermilk. Mix well using an electric mixer until fully combined.

   🥄 Pro Tip: Avoid over-mixing; just blend until smooth to keep your cake light and fluffy.

4. Bake: Pour the batter into a greased and floured 9x9 inch baking pan. Sprinkle the cinnamon crumb topping evenly over the batter.

5. Perfectly bake: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

6. Cool and serve: Allow the cake to cool slightly in the pan before cutting into squares and serving.

   🍽️ Serving suggestion: Drizzle with a simple glaze made of powdered sugar and milk for an extra touch!

Variations

• Nutty Delight: Add ½ cup of chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter for a crunchy texture. 🌰
• Fruit Infusion: Fold in 1 cup of blueberries or diced apples for a fruity twist! 🍏🫐
• Pumpkin Spice: Substitute buttermilk with pumpkin puree and add 2 tsp of pumpkin spice for a fall-inspired version! 🎃🍂
• Chocolate Lover’s: Add ½ cup of chocolate chips to the batter for a decadent chocolate coffee cake! 🍫

Enjoy the aroma of freshly baked coffee cake wafting through your kitchen, and share it with the ones you love!