Looking for a simple, delicious, and ultra-moist coffee cake? This Moist Coffee Cake Recipe with Oil is the perfect choice! Made without butter, the vegetable oil gives this cake a wonderfully light and fluffy texture, while still maintaining richness. It’s the ultimate treat to enjoy with your morning coffee or as a sweet snack. With minimal prep and common pantry ingredients, this coffee cake is quick and easy to whip up, making it a go-to recipe for any occasion.
Mixing bowls One large and one medium for mixing dry and wet ingredients.
Whisk
Measuring cups and spoons
9x9 inch baking pan
Spatula or wooden spoon
Parchment paper (optional)
Oven
Toothpick or cake tester
Cooling rack
Ingredients
2CupsFlour
1CupGranulated sugar
½cupVegetable oil
1cupMilkdairy or non-dairy
2 large Eggs
1tspVanilla extract
1tbspBaking powder
½tspSalt
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x9 inch baking pan by lightly greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
Mix the dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 cup of granulated sugar, 1 tbsp of baking powder, and ½ tsp of salt. Stir until everything is well mixed.
Combine the wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, ½ cup of vegetable oil, 1 cup of milk, and 1 tsp of vanilla extract. Make sure the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Blend wet and dry ingredients: Slowly pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix—the batter should be slightly lumpy to create a tender crumb.
Add optional toppings: If you’re using a cinnamon sugar or streusel topping, sprinkle it evenly over the top of the batter. This adds both flavor and texture to the finished cake.
Bake: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes. To check if it’s done, insert a toothpick into the center of the cake—if it comes out clean, your cake is ready!
Cool and serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve with a cup of your favorite coffee!