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Chocolate Chip Cinnamon Coffee Cake

Chocolate Chip Cinnamon Coffee Cake is soft, cozy, and loaded with cinnamon sugar and melty chocolate chips. A no-fuss bake that’s perfect for breakfast or dessert—and always a hit.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings 12

Ingredients
  

For the Cake:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Cinnamon-Sugar Mixture:

  • 1/3 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9-inch square baking pan or line with parchment.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
  • Mix in sour cream and vanilla until smooth.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
  • In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon.
  • Spread half of the batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle with half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture and half of the chocolate chips.
  • Spread remaining batter on top. Sprinkle with the rest of the cinnamon sugar and chocolate chips.
  • Bake for 38–42 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Let cool for 30 minutes before slicing.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing and texture.
  • Don’t overmix the batter—stop when everything is just combined.
  • You can line the pan with parchment for easier removal.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature—it’s great either way.