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Banana Crumb Coffee Cake with Cinnamon

Banana Crumb Coffee Cake with Cinnamon
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Banana Crumb Coffee Cake with Cinnamon is a moist, tender cake bursting with ripe banana sweetness and topped with a crunchy cinnamon crumb layer. This easy-to-make breakfast or dessert treat combines the comforting flavors of banana and warm cinnamon spice, perfect for any time of day.

Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

  • 3–4 very ripe bananas, mashed
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk or buttermilk

Cinnamon Crumb Topping

  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your baking pan. Mash the ripe bananas thoroughly to create a smooth, creamy base that will infuse the cake with moisture and sweetness.
  2. Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy and smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract and mashed bananas, combining everything until silky and well incorporated.
  3. Combine the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon. This ensures even distribution of leavening agents and spices for a perfectly balanced flavor.
  4. Blend Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet banana mixture alternately with milk (or buttermilk), mixing gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake tender and light.
  5. Make the Cinnamon Crumb Topping: In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and cold butter cut into small pieces. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to blend until the mixture becomes crumbly and resembles coarse sand.
  6. Assemble and Bake: Pour the cake batter into your prepared pan, then evenly sprinkle the cinnamon crumb topping over the surface. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the edges are golden brown.
  7. Cool and Enjoy: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. This helps the cake set perfectly and makes slicing easier.

Notes

  • Use overripe bananas for the best natural sweetness and moisture.
  • Don’t overmix the batter – stir until ingredients are just combined to keep the crumb tender.
  • Chill the crumb topping butter to achieve a perfect crumbly texture.
  • Check doneness with a toothpick after 40 minutes to prevent drying out.
  • Use room temperature eggs, butter, and milk for smoother mixing and consistent texture.
  • For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil and milk with almond milk.
  • For gluten-free, use a gluten-free flour blend instead of all-purpose flour.
  • Adding chopped nuts, blueberries, or extra spices like nutmeg can add variety and enhance flavor.

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Keywords: banana coffee cake, cinnamon crumb cake, breakfast cake, moist banana cake, crumb topping, easy coffee cake

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