Bundt Coffee Cake with Brown Sugar Crumb Topping
A tender vanilla Bundt cake swirled with cinnamon and topped with a buttery, crunchy brown sugar crumb topping perfect for brunch or dessert. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 80 minutes layers all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 430 calories and feeds 12, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted (for topping)
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp baking soda, and 1/2 tsp salt. Set aside.
- Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, beat 1 cup softened unsalted butter with 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add 3 large eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in 2 tsp vanilla extract.
- Step 3: Alternate adding the dry flour mixture and 1 cup sour cream to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix on low speed just until combined.
- Step 4: Pour half of the batter into a greased 10-inch Bundt pan. In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup brown sugar, 2 tsp ground cinnamon, 6 tbsp melted unsalted butter, and 1/2 cup chopped walnuts until crumbly. Sprinkle half of this crumb topping evenly over the batter in the pan.
- Step 5: Pour remaining batter over the crumb layer, then top with remaining crumb mixture. Bake for 50-60 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Bundt Coffee Cake with Brown Sugar Crumb Topping take to make?
Total time is about 80 minutes (20 min prep + 60 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Bundt Coffee Cake with Brown Sugar Crumb Topping?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Bundt Coffee Cake with Brown Sugar Crumb Topping?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Bundt Coffee Cake with Brown Sugar Crumb Topping for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 12 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 12). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Bundt Coffee Cake with Brown Sugar Crumb Topping?
American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
