Easy Cake Mix Coffee Cake ☕🍰



A Moist, Cinnamon-Swirled Treat Ready in Under an Hour!

Transform a simple box of cake mix into a bakery-worthy coffee cake with a buttery cinnamon crumble topping and sweet glaze. Perfect for brunch, potlucks, or a cozy coffee break—this recipe is foolproof and delicious!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔ Uses a cake mix – Fast, easy, and always turns out perfect
✔ Cinnamon sugar swirl – Just like a classic coffee shop treat
✔ Soft and moist – Stays fresh for days
✔ Customizable – Add nuts, fruit, or chocolate chips

Ingredients

For the Cake

  • 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow or vanilla cake mix

  • ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt (for moisture)

  • ½ cup water or milk

  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil

  • 3 large eggs

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Cinnamon Swirl

  • ¼ cup brown sugar

  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon

  • ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

For the Crumb Topping

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour

  • ¼ cup brown sugar

  • ¼ cup granulated sugar

  • 1 tsp cinnamon

  • ¼ cup cold butter, cubed

For the Glaze (Optional)

  • ½ cup powdered sugar

  • 1–2 tbsp milk

  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

Step-by-Step Instructions




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