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Banana Bread Coffee Cake Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 9 servings
  • Category: Breakfast, Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Banana Bread Coffee Cake combines the moist richness of classic banana bread with the crumbly sweetness of a cinnamon streusel topping and a delicate vanilla glaze, making it the perfect breakfast treat or dessert.

Ingredients

Banana Bread Layer

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2–3 bananas)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Streusel Topping

  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter (cubed)

Glaze

  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch square baking pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which ensures a tender texture.
  3. Add Eggs and Flavorings: Beat in the eggs one at a time to incorporate fully, then mix in the vanilla extract, mashed ripe bananas, and sour cream until the batter is smooth and well combined.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and salt.
  5. Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet banana mixture, folding gently until just combined to avoid overmixing and keep the bread tender.
  6. Pour Batter into Pan: Pour the prepared batter into the greased or lined baking pan and smooth the surface with a spatula for even baking.
  7. Prepare Streusel Topping: In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, flour, and ground cinnamon. Cut in the cold butter using a fork or pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  8. Add Streusel to Batter: Evenly sprinkle the streusel topping over the banana bread batter in the pan to create a sweet, crunchy layer on top.
  9. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean, indicating the cake is fully cooked.
  10. Cool the Cake: Remove from the oven and let the cake cool completely in the pan on a wire rack to set the structure and make glazing easier.
  11. Prepare the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and drizzleable.
  12. Glaze and Serve: Drizzle the glaze evenly over the cooled cake before slicing and serving to add a sweet finishing touch.

Notes

  • Use overripe bananas with brown spots for the best flavor and moist texture.
  • For added texture and flavor, stir chopped walnuts or pecans into either the batter or the streusel topping.
  • Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 2 days to maintain freshness.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/banana-bread-coffee-cake-recipe/