This Maple Walnut Coffee Cake is everything you want in a cozy baked treat. Real maple syrup brings natural sweetness, walnuts add texture, and sour cream keeps the crumb soft and moist. With a buttery streusel layered through the center and sprinkled on top, this cake bakes up beautifully without the need for a mixer, making it ideal for effortless fall baking.
Ingredients
Streusel
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Light brown sugar | ½ cup |
| All-purpose flour | ¼ cup |
| Finely chopped walnuts | ¼ cup |
| Ground cinnamon | ½ teaspoon |
| Unsalted butter, melted | 3 tablespoons |
Coffee Cake
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 2 cups |
| Baking powder | 1 teaspoon |
| Baking soda | ½ teaspoon |
| Fine sea salt | ½ teaspoon |
| Light brown sugar | ½ cup |
| Chopped walnuts | ½ cup |
| Maple syrup | ½ cup |
| Vegetable oil | ½ cup |
| Whole milk | ¼ cup |
| Large eggs, beaten | 2 |
| Maple extract | 1 teaspoon (optional) |
| Sour cream, room temperature | 8 ounces |
Maple Topping
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Powdered sugar | ½ cup |
| Maple syrup | 2 tablespoons |
- Total Time: 50 mins
- Yield: 12 servings
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Moist maple walnut coffee cake with cinnamon streusel and maple glaze. Easy, no-mixer fall dessert perfect for sharing.
Ingredients
Streusel:
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup flour
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 tsp cinnamon
3 tbsp melted butter
Cake:
2 cups flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup walnuts
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup milk
2 eggs
1 tsp maple extract
8 oz sour cream
Topping:
1/2 cup powdered sugar
2 tbsp maple syrup
Instructions
1. Prepare streusel.
2. Mix dry cake ingredients.
3. Combine wet ingredients and stir into dry.
4. Layer batter and streusel.
5. Bake until set.
6. Drizzle with maple glaze.
Notes
No mixer required.
Do not overmix batter.
Great for brunch or dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 35 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Step-by-Step Instructions and Helpful Tips
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease an 8-inch square baking pan.
Helpful tip: Lining the pan with parchment makes removal easier.
Step 2
In a small bowl, combine all streusel ingredients with a fork until crumbly. Set aside.
Helpful tip: The streusel should be loose and crumbly, not wet.
Step 3
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, brown sugar, and walnuts. In another bowl, mix the maple syrup, oil, milk, eggs, and maple extract, then stir in the sour cream. Add the wet ingredients to the dry and gently mix until just combined.
Helpful tip: Avoid overmixing to keep the cake tender.
Step 4
Spread half of the batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle with half of the streusel. Add the remaining batter and finish with the remaining streusel.
Helpful tip: Gently spread the batter to avoid disturbing the streusel layer.
Step 5
Bake for about 35 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool for 15 minutes. Stir together the powdered sugar and maple syrup, then drizzle over the warm cake. Slice and serve.
Conclusion
This Maple Walnut Coffee Cake is moist, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make. With warm maple notes, crunchy walnuts, and a sweet streusel topping, it’s the perfect dessert or breakfast treat for fall gatherings and cozy mornings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a mixer for this recipe?
No, this recipe comes together easily by hand.
Can I use another nut instead of walnuts?
Yes, pecans work very well.
How should leftovers be stored?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
Can I skip the glaze?
Yes, the cake is delicious even without it.