Cranberry Streusel Delight Coffee Cake

Certainly! Here’s a detailed and flavorful recipe for Cranberry Streusel Coffee Cake, perfect for your next brunch or breakfast gathering. This delightful cake combines the tartness of cranberries with a sweet, buttery streusel topping, creating a delightful balance of flavors. Enjoy the detailed steps and enjoy this delicious treat!

Cranberry Streusel Coffee Cake

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
• 1/3 cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 3/4 cups baking mix
• 1 1/2 cups sour cream
• 2 cups baking mix (for topping)
• 3/4 cup light brown sugar
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (cold and cut into small pieces)
• 1 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
• 1/2 cup chopped almonds
• 1 cup confectioners’ sugar (for dusting, optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This will ensure your cake bakes evenly and comes out perfectly golden brown.

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2. Prepare the Pan: Coat the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray. This step is crucial for ensuring that your coffee cake releases easily from the pan once baked.

3. Mix the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, beat together 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar and 1/3 cup softened butter using a medium-high speed until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Reduce the mixer speed to low, then add 3 large eggs and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Beat the mixture for about 1 minute, ensuring that everything is well incorporated. Gradually add 3 3/4 cups of baking mix to the mixture, followed by 1 1/2 cups of sour cream. Continue beating until the batter is smooth and well combined, which should take around 1 minute.

4. Transfer to Pan: Carefully transfer the batter into the prepared springform pan, smoothing the top with a spatula to create an even layer.

5. Bake the Cake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour. The cake should be golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean.

6. Prepare the Topping: While the cake is baking, prepare the streusel topping. In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups of baking mix, 3/4 cup light brown sugar, and 6 tablespoons of cold, cubed butter. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in 1 cup of chopped almonds.

7. Add Topping to Cake: After the cake has baked for 1 hour, remove it from the oven. Spread 1 cup of whole berry cranberry sauce evenly over the top of the cake. Sprinkle the prepared streusel topping evenly over the cranberry sauce.

8. Finish Baking: Return the cake to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the streusel is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

9. Cool the Cake: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 30 minutes. After cooling, run a knife around the edge of the pan to loosen the cake. Carefully remove the sides of the springform pan and let the cake cool completely on a wire rack.

10. Serve: If desired, dust the cooled cake with 1 cup of confectioners’ sugar for an extra touch of sweetness. Slice into 12 pieces and serve. This coffee cake pairs beautifully with a hot cup of coffee or tea, making it perfect for any breakfast or brunch occasion.

Enjoy making and sharing this Cranberry Streusel Coffee Cake with your friends and family! It’s sure to become a favorite at your breakfast or brunch table, offering a delightful mix of sweet and tart flavors with a perfectly crumbly topping. 🌟🍰☕