Description

A soft, fluffy coffee cake swirled with a rich cinnamon sugar layer and finished with a sweet glaze. It captures the cozy flavor of cinnamon rolls without yeast or rising time—perfect for a quick breakfast, brunch, or dessert.

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour

3/4 cup granulated sugar

1/2 tsp salt

1 tbsp baking powder

3/4 cup milk (any kind, including almond milk)

1 large egg

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/2 cup yogurt or sour cream (or Greek yogurt)

1/4 cup melted butter or oil

1/2 cup brown sugar (for cinnamon swirl)

1 tbsp ground cinnamon (for cinnamon swirl)

2 tbsp softened butter (for cinnamon swirl)

1/2 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)

1–2 tbsp milk (for glaze)

1/4 tsp vanilla extract (for glaze)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8-inch square baking pan.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, salt, and baking powder.
In another bowl, mix milk, egg, vanilla, yogurt or sour cream, and melted butter or oil until smooth.
Combine the wet and dry ingredients, mixing just until combined—do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and softened butter to make the swirl mixture.
Drop spoonfuls of the cinnamon mixture over the batter and use a knife to swirl it through.
Bake for 28–32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
While the cake bakes, whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla to make the glaze.
Once the cake cools slightly, drizzle the glaze over the top and serve.

Notes

Add chopped pecans or walnuts to the cinnamon swirl for crunch.

Use Greek yogurt as a substitute for yogurt or sour cream.

Almond milk or any milk of choice works well.

For a fall twist, add a pinch of nutmeg or use pumpkin spice.

You can reduce the brown sugar in the swirl for a less sweet version.

Store at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.

Microwave individual slices for 15–20 seconds to reheat and refresh glaze if desired.

Freeze individual slices by wrapping in plastic wrap and storing in a freezer-safe bag.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 270
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 45mg