Imagine waking up to the most irresistible aroma of warm cinnamon and melted chocolate, swirling through your kitchen like a culinary love song. This Cinnamon Chocolate Chip Coffee Cake isn't just a recipe—it's a transformative experience that will elevate your breakfast or afternoon treat from ordinary to extraordinary. With its perfect balance of rich chocolate, warm cinnamon, and tender, moist crumb, this cake is about to become your new obsession that will have everyone begging for your secret recipe!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan or a 9x9-inch square baking pan with butter or non-stick spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in the sour cream and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips gently using a spatula, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve the cake warm or at room temperature, and enjoy your delicious Cinnamon Chocolate Chip Coffee Cake with a cup of coffee or tea!
Tips
- Room Temperature Matters: Ensure your butter, eggs, and sour cream are at room temperature for smoother mixing and a more consistent batter.
- Don't Overmix: Mix your batter just until ingredients are combined to keep the cake tender and prevent a tough texture.
- Chocolate Chip Distribution: Toss chocolate chips in a little flour before folding into the batter to prevent them from sinking.
- Pan Preparation: Properly greasing your pan and using parchment paper can help ensure easy cake removal.
- Toothpick Test: Always check doneness with a toothpick—it should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
- Cooling is Crucial: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to prevent breaking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 420kcal
Carbohydrates: 52g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Cholesterol: 85mg
