This caramel coffee cake is the ultimate excuse to eat cake for breakfast and not feel bad about it. The rich coffee-infused batter meets a buttery caramel swirl that melts right into every slice. It’s moist, decadent, and dangerously easy to eat. The crumbly streusel topping? Just the cherry on top of this caffeinated masterpiece. Store-bought pastries have nothing on this homemade beauty. Whether you serve it warm or at room temperature, it’s guaranteed to disappear faster than you expect. Perfect with a hot cup of coffee, or let’s be real—on its own.
Caramel Coffee Cake
A soft, coffee-infused cake swirled with rich caramel and topped with a crunchy streusel for the perfect morning or anytime treat.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup brewed coffee cooled
- ½ cup sour cream
For the Caramel Swirl:
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp butter melted
- ¼ cup heavy cream
For the Streusel Topping:
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup flour
- 2 tbsp butter cold and cubed
- ½ tsp cinnamon
Instructions
Make the Cake Batter:
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease the cake pan.
- Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
- Cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in eggs and vanilla until combined.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and coffee with sour cream.
- Mix until smooth and pour half the batter into the pan.
Prepare the Caramel Swirl:
- Mix brown sugar, melted butter, and heavy cream until combined.
- Drizzle over the batter and swirl with a knife.
- Top with remaining cake batter.
Make the Streusel Topping:
- Mix brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and cubed butter.
- Rub together until crumbly and sprinkle over the batter.
Bake and Serve:
- Bake for 35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool for 10 minutes, then slice and enjoy.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~280
- Total Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Calcium: 6%
- Iron: 5%
- Potassium: 4%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Use espresso instead of coffee for an intense flavor boost.
- Add chopped nuts for extra crunch.
- Drizzle with extra caramel because why not?
- Pairs perfectly with black coffee or a caramel latte.
