Best 2 Ultimate Streusel Cake Recipes

When it comes to delectable desserts, few cakes can rival the irresistible charm of a streusel cake. With its golden-brown crumbs, soft center, and captivating streusel topping, the ultimate streusel cake is a true masterpiece. Whether you prefer classic flavors or more adventurous combinations, this versatile cake offers endless opportunities for customization. Indulge in the ultimate streusel cake experience by exploring the exquisite recipes and tantalizing flavor variations highlighted in this article. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds dancing and craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

THE ULTIMATE SOUR CREAM CRANBERRY-STREUSEL BUNDT CAKE

The Ultimate Sour Cream Cranberry-Streusel Bundt Cake image

I can't say enough about this cake, it is moist, dense and buttery!... I have made this using mini chocolate chips and just recently made it with dried cranberries, I plan on making this for the holidays to serve to guests! I baked mine in a tube pan. Since I am making this cake again for the holidays, I plan on adding in some red food colouring in the glaze, and I will chop up frozen or fresh cranberries and add them into the cake batter, but that is only optional.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups chopped walnuts
1 1/4 cups firmly packed light brown sugar
5 teaspoons cinnamon
6 teaspoons sifted cocoa powder
1/2 cup dried cranberries
3 cups cake flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup butter, softened (no subs!)
1 1/2 cups sugar
3 large eggs
1 1/2 tablespoons vanilla
1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
2 cups powdered sugar
3 -4 tablespoons whipping cream
red food coloring (optional)

Steps:

Set oven to 350°.
Generously butter a 12-cup Bundt pan (can use a tube pan also).
In a bowl mix together all streusel ingredients; set aside.
For the cake: sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
In a large bowl using an electric mixer cream the butter and sugar with vanilla for 5-6 minutes.
Beat in eggs one at a time until well blended.
Add in sour cream until well blended.
Mix in the flour mixture alternately into butter mixture in 3 additions; then beat on high speed for 1 minute.
Pour 1/3 of the batter into prepared baking pan.
Sprinkle with half of the streusel mixture.
Spoon another 1/3 batter over the streusel mixture.
Sprinkle with remaining streusel mixture, and then spoon the remaining batter over.
Bake cake for about 1 hour or until cake tests done (it might take more or less time to bake).
Cool for about 15 minutes, then carefully run a knife around the sides of the pan to loosen cake.
Turn the cake out onto a rack to cool completely.
In a bowl whisk together the confectioners sugar and 2 tablespoons whipping cream adding/whisking in more whipping cream to create a THICK glaze (make sure it is thick enough to cling to the cake).
Drizzle over the cake.

ULTIMATE STREUSEL CAKE

Ultimate Streusel Cake image

The golden-brown exterior camouflages thehidden treasure -- a ring of pecan streuselsuspended in a melt-in-your-mouth butterycakeenriched by the addition of tangy sour cream.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cake Recipes

Yield Makes 1 ten-inch cake

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
10 tablespoons (1 1/4 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for pan
1 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 1/4 cups sour cream (or 1 cup buttermilk)
Pecan-Streusel Filling
2 1/2 cups sifted confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup milk

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Sift together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt into a bowl; set aside. Butter a 10-inch Bundt pan (or other tube pan with 3-quart capacity); set aside.
In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 4 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, until well combined. Add vanilla; stir until combined. Add the reserved flour mixture and sour cream, and stir just until well combined. Spoon half the batter into the bottom of the prepared pan. Make a well in the batter, and crumble 2/3 of the streusel mixture into the well. Top with remaining batter, smoothing top. Sprinkle remaining streusel evenly over the top. Bake until golden brown and a cake tester comes out clean, about 1 hour.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the confectioners' sugar and milk until well combined; set aside, covered with plastic wrap, until ready to use. Cool cake until just warm before drizzling with icing.

Tips:

Use fresh ingredients. The fresher your ingredients, the better your cake will taste. This is especially important for the fruit and nuts in your streusel topping.
Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make your cake tough. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
Bake the cake in a preheated oven. This will help to ensure that the cake bakes evenly.
Let the cake cool completely before serving. This will allow the flavors to develop and the cake to set.
Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the cake for up to 2 months.

Conclusion:

Streusel cake is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its tender crumb, sweet fruit filling, and crunchy streusel topping, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dessert, give streusel cake a try. You won't be disappointed!