Get ready to indulge in a slice of heaven with this Chocolate Chip Coffee Cake! Perfect for brunch or a cozy afternoon treat, this cake is layered with a crunchy streusel topping and rich chocolate chips.
Tips for Success
This part's so satisfying: making the streusel adds a delightful texture. Don't skip the optional espresso powder; it enhances the chocolate flavor beautifully!
Why You'll Love It
This cake is wonderfully moist and perfectly sweet. You’ve got to try this one!
Ingredients
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Instructions
- Prepare the oven and pan:
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Step 1- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line an 8-inch square metal pan with parchment paper or foil and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- Make the streusel:
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Step 2- Prepare the streusel: In a medium microwave-safe bowl, place the butter and microwave until melted. Allow to cool until just warm (about 80°F). Add in the sugar, flour, salt, and cinnamon with a fork until thick. Mix in the nuts and chocolate chips. Mixture will be crumbly. Set aside.
- Make the cake:
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Step 3- Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and espresso powder (if using).
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Step 4- Mix the wet ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the sour cream, oil, milk, eggs, and vanilla until well combined. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients, then pour in the wet ingredients. Gently stir until a few streaks of flour remain. Gently stir in the chocolate chips.
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Step 5- Layer the cake: Spoon just less than half of the batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle with half of the streusel. Spread the remaining batter over the streusel. Sprinkle with the remaining streusel, gently pressing down into the batter.
- Bake the cake:
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Step 6- Bake and cool: Bake about 48 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown and the center is cooked through or a digital thermometer inserted into the center reads about 190°F. Cool until just warm or at room temperature before slicing and serving.
- Storage:
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Step 7- Store the cake: Store inside an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320, Fat: 16g, Carbs: 42g, Protein: 4g
Cooking techniques
Microwaving the butter helps in achieving a smooth streusel topping, while gently folding the cake batter ensures a light and fluffy texture.
Variations or substitutions
Feel free to substitute the nuts with your favorite variety or use different types of chocolate chips for a unique twist!
Storage tips
For optimal freshness, cover the cake tightly in an airtight container. It can also be frozen for up to a month, just thaw before serving.
Notes
To enhance flavor, consider adding a pinch of sea salt on top of the streusel before baking. Enjoy!
