Pecan-Streusel Coffee Cake

Vegetarian
Health score
6%
Pecan-Streusel Coffee Cake
45 min.
12
448kcal

Suggestions

Indulge in the comforting warmth of this Pecan-Streusel Coffee Cake, a perfect treat for your morning meal, brunch, or even a delightful dessert. This vegetarian-friendly recipe combines the rich flavors of toasted pecans and a spiced streusel topping with a moist, tender cake that’s enhanced by the creamy tang of Greek-style yogurt. The blend of cinnamon and nutmeg adds a cozy, aromatic touch that makes every bite irresistible.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this coffee cake is ideal for those who want a homemade baked good without spending hours in the kitchen. The streusel topping, made from brown sugar, flour, butter, and pecans, creates a delightful crunchy contrast to the soft cake beneath. Using Greek-style yogurt not only adds moisture but also contributes to a subtle tang that balances the sweetness perfectly.

Whether you’re hosting a brunch with friends or simply craving a comforting breakfast treat, this cake serves 12 generously and offers a satisfying 448 calories per serving. The combination of wholesome ingredients and the inviting aroma of spices will surely make this coffee cake a favorite in your recipe collection. Plus, it can be prepared a day ahead, making it a convenient option for busy mornings or special occasions.

Enjoy this Pecan-Streusel Coffee Cake slightly warm or at room temperature, paired beautifully with your favorite cup of coffee or tea. It’s a delicious way to start your day or to share a sweet moment with loved ones.

Ingredients

  • cups flour 
  • 2.8 teaspoons baking soda 
  • 0.7 cup t brown sugar dark packed ()
  • large eggs 
  • 1.3 cups brown sugar packed ()
  • 0.8 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • teaspoon nutmeg 
  • 0.5 cup pecans toasted coarsely chopped
  • 12 servings greek yogurt plain 2% greek-style
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup butter unsalted room temperature (1 stick)
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • cup frangelico reduced-fat

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • sieve
  • baking pan
  • hand mixer
  • offset spatula
  • cheesecloth

Directions

  1. Combine brown sugar, flour,and cinnamon in medium bowl.
  2. Add meltedbutter; toss with fork to blend. Usingfingertips, rub mixture together until smallclumps form.
  3. Mix in pecans. DO AHEAD: Canbe made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.
  4. Position rack in center of ovenand preheat to 350°F. Butter 9x9x2-inchmetal baking pan.
  5. Combine flour, bakingsoda, nutmeg, and salt in medium bowl;whisk to blend. Using electric mixer, beatbrown sugar, butter, and vanilla in largebowl until well blended, about 2 minutes.
  6. Add eggs 1 at a time, beating well aftereach addition and scraping down sides ofbowl occasionally.
  7. Add half of flour mixture;beat just until blended.
  8. Add yogurt; beatjust until blended. Beat in remaining flourmixture just until blended.
  9. Spoon half of batter into preparedbaking pan; spread evenly.
  10. Sprinkle halfof streusel evenly over batter. Spoonremaining batter in dollops over streusel,then spread evenly over with offset spatula.
  11. Sprinkle remaining streusel evenly over top.
  12. Bake cake until streusel topping isbrown and tester inserted into center ofcake comes out clean, about 45 minutes.Cool cake in pan on rack 30 minutes.
  13. Cutinto squares and serve slightly warm or atroom temperature.
  14. * A thick yogurt; sold at some supermarketsand at specialty foods stores and Greekmarkets. If unavailable, spoon regularyogurt into cheesecloth-lined strainer setover large bowl. Cover and refrigerateovernight to drain.

Nutrition Facts

Calories448kcal
Protein21.65%
Fat24.92%
Carbs53.43%

Properties

Glycemic Index
13.33
Glycemic Load
11.55
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
13.434347855332%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.44mg
Delphinidin
0.3mg
Catechin
0.3mg
Epigallocatechin
0.23mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.09mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:447.55kcal
22.38%
Fat:12.44g
19.14%
Saturated Fat:5.67g
35.41%
Carbohydrates:60.01g
20%
Net Carbohydrates:58.95g
21.44%
Sugar:42.46g
47.17%
Cholesterol:61.34mg
20.45%
Sodium:443.32mg
19.27%
Alcohol:0.11g
100%
Alcohol %:0.05%
100%
Protein:24.32g
48.64%
Selenium:30.12µg
43.03%
Vitamin B2:0.71mg
41.88%
Phosphorus:326.62mg
32.66%
Calcium:267.04mg
26.7%
Vitamin B12:1.49µg
24.84%
Manganese:0.4mg
19.98%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
15.95%
Folate:57.73µg
14.43%
Potassium:385.38mg
11.01%
Zinc:1.53mg
10.17%
Vitamin B5:0.98mg
9.76%
Magnesium:36.49mg
9.12%
Iron:1.64mg
9.09%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
8.79%
Vitamin B3:1.76mg
8.78%
Copper:0.14mg
7.03%
Vitamin A:292.21IU
5.84%
Fiber:1.06g
4.24%
Vitamin E:0.4mg
2.67%
Vitamin D:0.31µg
2.06%
Source:Epicurious