Banana Coffee Cake
Ingredients
- 4 Bananas
Very Ripe
- 1/2 cup Butter
Melted
- 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
- 3/4 cup Sugar
- 1 Egg
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1/4 cup Sour Cream
Full Fat
- 2 cups All Purpose Flour
- 1 tsp Baking Soda
- 1 1/2 tsp Baking Powder
- 1 tsp Cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/2 cup All Purpose Flour
- 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
- 1/2 tsp Cinnamon
- 1/4 cup Butter
Very cold
Directions
- 1
Preheat to 350°F and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper. Set that aside.
- 2
In a large bowl, mash the bananas. Add granulated sugar, brown sugar, egg, melted butter, vanilla extract, and sour cream. Mix until smooth.
- 3
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- 4
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. There will be lumps left in the batter.
- 5
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
- 6
In a small bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in cold butter with a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture is crumbly.
- 7
Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the batter. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool before cutting into the cake.
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About this Recipe
Craving that perfect blend of moist banana bread and classic coffee cake? This Banana Coffee Cake recipe delivers a tender crumb and irresistible sweet streusel topping, making it an ideal treat for any time of day. Whether it's for a leisurely breakfast, a delightful brunch, or a comforting dessert, this cake truly satisfies.
What makes this Banana Coffee Cake truly stand out is its commitment to both moisture and flavor. Using very ripe bananas ensures an intensely sweet, natural banana essence, while full-fat sour cream contributes to an incredibly tender, moist crumb. And of course, the buttery, spiced streusel topping provides that essential textural contrast and aromatic warmth, setting it apart from ordinary banana cakes.
Prepare for a truly comforting experience. Each slice of this banana coffee cake offers a wonderfully moist and tender crumb, infused with the sweet, comforting flavor of ripe bananas. The cinnamon-spiced streusel on top provides a delightful crunch and warm aroma, complementing the cake's richness without overpowering it. It's a satisfying treat that feels both familiar and special, with just the right balance of sweetness and spice.
While perfect as is, you can easily customize this banana coffee cake. Consider adding a pinch of freshly grated nutmeg alongside the cinnamon in the streusel for an extra layer of warmth. If you're out of sour cream, full-fat plain Greek yogurt can be a good substitute to maintain moisture and tenderness. For a subtle twist, you could even try swapping out some of the brown sugar in the streusel for granulated sugar to vary the caramel notes slightly.
This Banana Coffee Cake is wonderfully versatile, making it a perfect addition to a leisurely weekend breakfast or brunch spread. It also shines as a comforting afternoon treat with a cup of coffee or tea, or as a simple yet elegant dessert to share with loved ones.