Description
A rich and moist coffee cake filled with sweet butterscotch flavor and topped with a buttery crumb topping. This dessert-style coffee cake is perfect for brunch or an afternoon treat, combining the sweetness of butterscotch chips with a tender crumb and a cinnamon-spiced topping.
Ingredients
Cake
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
Topping
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the cake.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Stir well to evenly distribute the leavening agents.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate large mixing bowl, cream together 1/2 cup softened butter and 3/4 cup brown sugar until smooth and fluffy, creating a light base for the batter.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in 2 eggs, 1 cup milk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the creamed mixture, mixing thoroughly until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can toughen the cake.
- Fold in Butterscotch Chips: Gently fold 1 cup of butterscotch chips into the batter, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout.
- Prepare Batter for Baking: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared greased 9×9-inch baking dish, smoothing the top for an even bake.
- Make Topping: In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/3 cup all-purpose flour, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Drizzle in 1/4 cup melted butter and stir until crumbly.
- Apply Topping: Sprinkle the topping mixture evenly over the cake batter in the baking dish, creating a delicious crumb layer.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35–40 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan before slicing to ensure clean cuts and perfect texture.
Notes
- Drizzle with a light caramel sauce for extra flavor and a touch of added sweetness.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- For a nuttier texture, consider adding 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts to the batter.
- Ensure the butter is softened, not melted, for the best crumb texture in the cake.
- Use butterscotch chips for authentic flavor, but chocolate chips can be substituted for a different twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
