The Ultimate Gluten-Free Coffee Cake Recipe with Cinnamon Swirl and Streusel
Indulge in the perfect treat with this exceptional gluten-free coffee cake recipe! Featuring a delicate, moist crumb, a delightful cinnamon swirl, and a generous streusel topping, this coffee cake is finished with a simple yet irresistible glaze. You won’t believe it’s gluten-free – it’s truly the best coffee cake you’ll ever try.
Why This Gluten-Free Coffee Cake is a Must-Try
- Best Gluten-Free Coffee Cake Ever: This recipe delivers on all the classic coffee cake elements, including a tender cake base, a rich brown sugar cinnamon swirl, a crunchy streusel topping, and a sweet glaze. Say goodbye to searching for the perfect recipe; you’ve found it!
- Simple Ingredients: Unlike many gluten-free recipes that require hard-to-find ingredients, this coffee cake uses your favorite gluten-free all-purpose flour blend and common pantry staples. Baking delicious gluten-free treats has never been easier.
- Worth the Wait: While the baking time may seem lengthy, most of it is hands-off. The cake bakes slowly to ensure a perfectly moist and tender crumb. Plus, the cooling time is essential for the cake to set properly and prevent it from falling apart.
Essential Tips for Baking the Perfect Gluten-Free Coffee Cake
- Chill the Streusel: Don’t skip chilling the crumble topping! This step is crucial to prevent the streusel from melting into a sticky mess in the oven. Chilling ensures you get that desirable, crumbly texture with every bite.
- Prevent Over-Browning: If you notice the cake browning too quickly in your oven, gently cover the top with a piece of foil. This will shield the streusel from direct heat and allow the cake to bake evenly without burning.
- Room Temperature Matters: For optimal results, ensure your eggs and sour cream are at room temperature. This helps them incorporate smoothly into the batter, resulting in a lighter, more even texture.
- Measure Flour Accurately: Gluten-free flour blends can be tricky. Use the “spoon and level” method for accurate measurement. Spoon the flour into your measuring cup and then level it off with a straight edge. This prevents using too much flour, which can lead to a dry cake.
- Don’t Overmix: Overmixing gluten-free batter can result in a tough cake. Mix the wet and dry ingredients until just combined. A few streaks of flour are okay; they’ll disappear during baking.
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Gluten-Free Coffee Cake with Cinnamon Swirl and Streusel Topping
Prep:
25 minutes
25 minutes
Cook:
55 minutes
55 minutes
Cooling Time:
45 minutes
45 minutes
Total:
2 hours
5 minutes
2 hours
5 minutes
Experience the best gluten-free coffee cake with this recipe. It has a tender crumb, a brown sugar cinnamon swirl, a crisp crumble topping, and an irresistible glaze!
Cheryl Malik
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Ingredients
Cinnamon Streusel Topping
-
⅔
cup
packed dark or light brown sugar -
¾
cup
gluten-free all-purpose flour
spooned and leveled -
2 ½
teaspoons
ground cinnamon -
6
tablespoons
unsalted butter
cold and cubed
Coffee Cake
-
½
cup
unsalted butter
softened -
½
cup
granulated sugar
or use ¾ cup granulated sugar and no brown sugar -
¼
cup
light brown sugar
packed – omit if using 3/4 cup granulated sugar -
1 ½
cups
gluten-free all-purpose flour
spooned and leveled -
1
teaspoon
baking powder -
¼
teaspoon
baking soda