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Graham Streusel Coffee Cake
" A graham cracker and nut streusel swirls through this quick, cake mix fix-up. This is wonderful with a cup of hot tea! "
Ingredients 1 1/3 cups graham cracker crumbs 3/4 cup chopped walnuts 3/4 cup packed brown sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 2/3 cup butter, melted 1 (18.5 ounce) package yellow cake mix 1 cup water 1/4 cup vegetable oil 3 eggs 1 cup confectioners' sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon butter flavored extract (optional)
Directions 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch pan. Make the streusel: In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, nuts, brown sugar and cinnamon. Stir in the melted butter. Set aside. 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, water, oil, and eggs. Beat on low speed with an electric mixer just until moistened. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes longer. Spread 1/2 of the batter into a greased 9x13 inch pan. Sprinkle on 1/2 of the streusel mixture. Carefully spread the remaining 1/2 of the cake batter over the streusel, and sprinkle with the remaining streusel. 3. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool slightly, then drizzle with the powdered sugar icing. Best if served warm. Makes 12 to 16 servings. 4. To make the Icing: In a small bowl, combine confectioners sugar with vanilla and butter flavoring. Add a few drops of water until you achieve drizzling consistency. Makes 1 - 9x13 inch cake |
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