Amish Cinnamon Sugar Coffee Cake

Okay, who else is craving a cozy slice of something sweet? This Amish Cinnamon Sugar Coffee Cake is pure comfort in every bite! It's unbelievably moist, packed with a warm cinnamon swirl, and just begs to be enjoyed with your morning coffee or as an afternoon treat. Get ready for your kitchen to smell absolutely divine!

Amish Cinnamon Sugar Coffee Cake

A tender, buttery coffee cake with a rich cinnamon-sugar swirl—perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an anytime pick-me-up.

Warm cinnamon layers meet a soft, moist crumb in this easy-to-make coffee cake that’s inspired by Amish baking traditions.

Equipment You’ll Need:

• 9×13-inch baking pan
• Electric mixer or wooden spoon
• Mixing bowls (large and medium)
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Spatula and a sharp knife (for swirling)

Ingredients: For the Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup milk
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

For the Cinnamon Swirl:

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1.  Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch pan.
2.  Cream Butter & Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3.  Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
4.  Combine Batter: Add dry ingredients to the butter mixture in three additions, alternating with the milk—start and end with dry ingredients. Stir in eggs and vanilla until just combined.
5.  Cinnamon Swirl: In a small bowl, mix cinnamon, brown sugar, and walnuts.
6.  Layer & Swirl: Spread half the batter into the pan. Sprinkle half the cinnamon mixture. Top with remaining batter, then the rest of the cinnamon mixture. Gently swirl with a knife.
7.  Bake: Bake 30–35 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
8. Cool & Serve: Let cool 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Extra Tips & Variations:

• Glaze Option: Whisk 1 cup powdered sugar with 2–3 tablespoons milk and drizzle over cooled cake.
• Fruit Twist: Add 1 cup fresh or frozen berries between layers.
• Nut-Free: Omit walnuts and stir in 1/2 cup shredded coconut instead.

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Amish Cinnamon Sugar Coffee Cake

A tender, buttery coffee cake with a rich cinnamon-sugar swirl—perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an anytime pick-me-up.

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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
• 1 cup milk
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

For the Cinnamon Swirl:

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts optional

Equipment

• 9×13-inch baking pan
• Electric mixer or wooden spoon
• Mixing bowls (large and medium)
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Spatula and a sharp knife (for swirling)

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch pan.
2. Beat butter and sugar until light. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. Alternate adding dry mix and milk to butter mixture, then stir in eggs and vanilla.
4. Mix cinnamon, brown sugar, and walnuts. Layer half the batter, half the swirl, remaining batter, and swirl; gently swirl.
5. Bake 30–35 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

– Drizzle with simple powdered sugar glaze if desired.
– Stir fresh berries or coconut into swirl for variety.

This Amish Cinnamon Sugar Coffee Cake is straightforward, homey, and endlessly comforting. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or treating yourself, it’s a surefire way to fill your kitchen with warmth—and satisfy every sweet craving.