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Zucchini Crumb Coffee Cake Recipe


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  • Author: Emma Parker
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 12 slices 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Zucchini Crumb Coffee Cake Recipe is soft, moist, and topped with a buttery cinnamon streusel that’s impossible to resist! A delicious way to use fresh zucchini, it’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, dessert, or enjoying with your favorite cup of coffee.


Ingredients

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For the Cake

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour – Forms the base of the cake.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder – Helps the cake rise.
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda – Creates a light, tender crumb.
  • ½ teaspoon salt – Enhances all the flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon – Adds warm spice.
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional) – Adds subtle warmth.
  • 2 large eggs – Provide structure and richness.
  • ½ cup granulated sugar – Sweetens the cake.
  • ¼ cup brown sugar – Adds moisture and caramel flavor.
  • ½ cup vegetable oil or melted butter – Keeps the cake moist.
  • ¼ cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt – Makes the cake extra tender.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract – Adds classic flavor.
  • 1½ cups grated zucchini – Adds natural moisture.
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional) – Adds crunch.

For the Crumb Topping

  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed – Creates a crumbly topping.

Optional Vanilla Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 23 tablespoons milk
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare the baking pan.
  2. Grate the zucchini and lightly remove excess moisture.
  3. Prepare the cinnamon crumb topping and chill it.
  4. Whisk together the dry ingredients.
  5. Mix the wet ingredients until smooth.
  6. Combine the wet and dry ingredients without overmixing.
  7. Fold in the grated zucchini and optional nuts.
  8. Spread the batter into the prepared pan.
  9. Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the batter.
  10. Bake for 40–50 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  11. Cool slightly, drizzle with the optional vanilla glaze, and slice.
  12. Serve warm or at room temperature with coffee, tea, or your favorite beverage.

Notes

  • Chill the crumb topping before baking for the best texture.
  • Don’t overmix the batter to keep the cake light and tender.
  • Cool slightly before slicing and glazing for the best results.
  • Prep Time: 20
  • Cook Time: 45
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slices per serving
  • Calories: 320 calories