Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort with this easy-to-bake Banana Crumb Coffee Cake, featuring a moist banana base and a perfectly spiced streusel topping. A delightful treat for any time of day that’s sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Crumb Topping:
- 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (50g) light brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- For the Banana Coffee Cake:
- 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup (120g) sour cream or plain Greek yogurt, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups (about 3 medium) very ripe mashed bananas
Instructions
- 1. Make the Crumb Topping: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt for the topping. Cut in cold, cubed butter until coarse crumbs form with some pea-sized pieces. Refrigerate while preparing the cake.
- 2. Prepare Pan & Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan or line with parchment paper.
- 3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and granulated sugar for the cake.
- 4. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mash bananas. Whisk in cooled melted butter, eggs, sour cream, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- 5. Assemble Cake: Pour wet banana mixture into dry ingredients. Fold gently with a spatula until just combined (do not overmix). Pour half the batter into the prepared pan, spread evenly, and sprinkle with half of the crumb topping. Carefully dollop and spread remaining batter over the crumb layer, then top with the rest of the crumb.
- 6. Bake: Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool in the pan on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 50 mins