This coffee cake came together from a simple crumb mixture that does double duty in the recipe. Part of it becomes the soft cake batter with buttermilk and egg, while the rest goes over the top before baking. The combination of brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg gives the cake a familiar bakery-style flavor without needing a long list of ingredients.

The finished cake has a tender, lightly spiced crumb with a buttery-looking crumb topping and a subtle tang from the buttermilk. It slices neatly once cooled and works well for breakfast, an afternoon coffee break, or a simple homemade bake. If you enjoy cinnamon-forward bakes, Cinnamon Roll Muffins and Apple Cinnamon Crumb Muffins are also worth trying.

Lausd Coffee Cake Recipe

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This Lausd Coffee Cake is made with a simple brown sugar crumb mixture, buttermilk, egg, and warm spices. Part of the crumb mixture is folded into the batter while the rest creates a textured topping that bakes into a golden finish.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 55 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins

Servings: 10 Slices

Course: Cake, Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition

Ingredients

  

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• 2 cups 250 g all-purpose flour
• ¾ cup 165 g packed brown sugar
• ½ cup 100 g granulated sugar
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
• ½ tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• ½ cup 120 ml vegetable oil
• 1 large egg
• ¾ cup 180 ml buttermilk

Equipment

• Loaf pan
• Parchment paper
• Large mixing bowl
• Medium mixing bowl
• Whisk
• Rubber spatula
• Measuring cups
• Measuring spoons
• Toothpick or cake tester

Method

 

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, salt, nutmeg, baking soda, and ground cinnamon.
   
3. Add the oil and mix until incorporated.
   
4. Continue mixing until the mixture forms coarse crumbs.
   
5. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg until smooth.
   
6. Add half of the crumb mixture and the buttermilk to the beaten egg.
   
7. Mix until a smooth batter forms.
   
8. Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
   
9. Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture evenly over the top.
   
10. Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
11. Remove from the oven and allow the loaf to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
    
12. Cut the cooled loaf into slices, Serve and enjoy.
    

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 4gFat: 11gSodium: 190mgFiber: 1gSugar: 28g

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A loaf-style coffee cake is useful when you want a simple bake that can be sliced and served without much finishing work. The crumb mixture gives the cake its texture and adds a layer of cinnamon and brown sugar across the top, while the buttermilk keeps the center tender. Once cooled, the loaf is easy to portion and works just as well for a morning slice as it does for an afternoon break.

Vamsi

I’ve always found joy in the kitchen. Since I was seven, cooking has been my favorite way to learn, create, and unwind. From baking sweet treats to exploring global flavors and brewing coffee, I’m always chasing my next delicious discovery.