Streusel cake is a classic dessert known for its soft, moist cake base and sweet, crumbly topping. Perfect for breakfast, coffee breaks, or dessert, this cake combines rich flavor with a satisfying texture. Homemade streusel cake is simple to prepare and can be customized with fruits, nuts, or spices to suit your taste.
Ingredients
For the cake:
- 250 g all-purpose flour
- 200 g sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 120 ml vegetable oil or melted butter
- 120 ml milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the streusel topping:
- 100 g all-purpose flour
- 100 g brown sugar
- 100 g unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- Optional: 50 g chopped nuts or sliced almonds
Method
- Preheat and Prepare Pan
Preheat the oven to 180°C. Grease a 23 cm round or square baking pan and line with parchment paper. - Make the Cake Batter
In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, mix oil, milk, eggs, and vanilla. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry, stirring until smooth. Pour the batter into the prepared pan. - Prepare the Streusel
In a bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Add cold butter and rub it in with your fingers until the mixture forms coarse crumbs. Mix in nuts if using. - Assemble and Bake
Sprinkle the streusel evenly over the cake batter. Bake for 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The topping should be golden and crumbly. - Cool and Serve
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.
Tips for Perfect Streusel Cake
- Use cold butter in the streusel for maximum crumbly texture.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake light and fluffy.
- Customize the cake with fruit layers such as apples, blueberries, or peaches.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness for 2–3 days.
Serving Suggestions
Serve streusel cake with coffee, tea, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Add a drizzle of glaze or dust with powdered sugar for extra sweetness.
Homemade streusel cake is moist, tender, and topped with a perfectly crunchy streusel. This versatile dessert is simple to prepare and ideal for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, offering a satisfying combination of soft cake and sweet, buttery topping.
