Lemon Crumb Coffee Cake
This easy-to-make cake combines a buttery, crumbly topping with a light lemon flavor. It’s the perfect treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
For the Crumb Topping:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch cake pan.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla.
- Mix in dry ingredients alternately with sour cream.
- For the topping, mix flour, brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon to form a crumbly texture.
- Pour batter into the pan, top with the crumbs, and bake for 35 minutes.
- Let it cool for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 260
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 8%
- Vitamin C: 6%
- Calcium: 3%
- Iron: 4%
- Potassium: 2%
Additional Notes
- Add a handful of chopped nuts for some extra crunch.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.