Pecan Sour Cream Coffee Cake

This delicious Pecan Sour Cream Coffee Cake is the perfect treat for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon coffee break. The tender crumb comes from the rich sour cream batter, while the pecan streusel adds a delightful crunch with a hint of cinnamon and brown sugar. The layers of buttery cake and nutty streusel combine to create a comforting and irresistible treat. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this cake will quickly become a favorite in your recipe collection.

Ingredients:

For the Streusel:

• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

For the Cake:

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup sour cream

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch bundt pan or a 9×13-inch baking pan.
2. Prepare the streusel by mixing the pecans, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter in a bowl. Set aside.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
4. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the sour cream. Begin and end with the flour mixture, mixing just until combined.
6. Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Sprinkle half of the pecan streusel over the batter. Spoon the remaining batter over the streusel layer and spread gently. Top with the remaining streusel.
7. Bake for 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy!

This coffee cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.