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Yellow Cake Mix Coffee Cake

Irresistible Yellow Cake Mix Coffee Cake for Busy Mornings

A quick and delightful Yellow Cake Mix Coffee Cake with a tender crumb and crunchy topping, perfect for busy mornings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box Yellow Cake Mix Any comparable cake mix can work too.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt is a great substitute.
  • 3 large Eggs Essential for richness and binding.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Can be swapped with melted butter.
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust for less sweetness if desired.
  • 1 tbsp Ground Cinnamon Vital for classic flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts or Pecans Optional; can be omitted or swapped.
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Melted, used for drizzling on top.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch Baking Pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk or electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, sour cream, eggs, and vegetable oil. Blend until smooth.
  3. Pour half of the batter into the prepared baking pan.
  4. In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Sprinkle half over the batter. Optionally add half of the chopped nuts.
  5. Pour the remaining batter over the cinnamon-sugar layer and sprinkle the rest of the mixture on top.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes, then slice and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 140mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and avoid overbaking.

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