Coffee Cake

 

Ingredients:

Dry:

1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour (can substitute ½ cup whole wheat flour for added fibre)

2 teaspoons baking powder

½ teaspoon baking soda

¼ teaspoon salt

½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Wet:

• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• ¾ cup granulated sugar (can reduce to ½ cup for less sweetness)
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ cup plain yogurt (substitute sour cream for a tangier flavour)
• ¼ cup milk
• Streusel Topping:
• ½ cup packed light brown sugar
• ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
• ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Whipped Cream [Optional]

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease an 8x8 inch baking pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour(s), baking powder, baking soda, and salt. If using nuts, toss them in with the dry ingredients to coat.
3. In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Add the yogurt and milk to the wet ingredients, mixing until just incorporated. Don't over mix!
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a batter forms. Be careful not to over mix – a few lumps are okay.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
7. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, flour, softened butter, and cinnamon with a fork or pastry cutter until it resembles a crumbly mixture. Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the cake batter.
8. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean.
9. Let the cake cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.

Nutritional Tips:

• Swapping half the all-purpose flour for whole wheat flour adds fibre, keeping you fuller for longer.
• Reducing the sugar content keeps it a bit lighter. You can also use a natural sweetener like honey or maple syrup.
• Using yogurt instead of sour cream cuts down on saturated fat.
• Whipped Cream not included.

Enjoy this delicious coffee cake warm with a cup of coffee or tea!