Heavenly Cinnamon Coffee Cake with Icing ☕✨

This delightful Cinnamon Coffee Cake is perfect for brunch, afternoon tea, or a cozy dessert after dinner. With its tender, moist crumb, sweet cinnamon swirl, and luscious icing, it's a treat that will please all who take a bite. Serve it warm with your favorite coffee for the ultimate snack to brighten your day! ☕🍰

Ingredients

For the cake batter

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup milk
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

For the cinnamon swirl

• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

For the icing

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2-3 tablespoons milk
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.

2. Mix the dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

3. Cream the butter and sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

🥄 Make sure to scrape the sides of the bowl frequently for an even mix!

4. Add eggs and milk: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the milk and vanilla extract until well combined.

5. Combine dry and wet: Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; you want the batter to be light and fluffy!

6. Prepare the cinnamon swirl: In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and cinnamon.

7. Layer the batter: Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mix over the batter. Add the remaining batter, then top with the rest of the cinnamon-sugar.

🍰 For a decorative touch, you can swirl the batter gently with a spatula to create a marble effect.

8. Bake: Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

9. Make the icing: While the cake is baking, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a bowl until smooth. Adjust the amount of milk to achieve your desired consistency.

10. Cool and drizzle: Once baked, allow the coffee cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then drizzle the icing over the warm cake.

❄️ For a lovely presentation, you can sprinkle extra cinnamon on top of the icing!

Variations

• Nutty Addition: Sprinkle chopped nuts, like walnuts or pecans, into the cinnamon swirl for added texture and flavor. 🥜
• Fruit Infusion: Add fresh berries like blueberries or raspberries folded into the batter for a fruity twist!
• Gluten-free: Substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend. Ensure your baking powder is also gluten-free.
• Lemon Zest: Add a teaspoon of lemon zest to the batter for a bright flavor contrast. 🍋

This Cinnamon Coffee Cake is guaranteed to become a family favorite, so don’t be surprised if it disappears quickly! Enjoy with friends and loved ones! 🌟💕