Savor the irresistible flavors of a delectable coffee cake with this mouthwatering recipe. This indulgent treat combines the rich essence of coffee with a moist, tender cake and a heavenly crumbly topping, making it the perfect accompaniment to your morning brew or a delightful dessert any time of day. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will awaken your taste buds and leave you craving another slice of this delightful coffee cake.
Easy delicious coffee cake recipe
Coffee cake is a type of sweet cake or dessert that is typically enjoyed with coffee, tea, or as a snack. It doesn't actually contain coffee as an ingredient, but it's named for its perfect pairing with coffee due to its sweet and sometimes crumbly texture. Coffee cake often features a moist and tender cake base, with various flavorings such as cinnamon, vanilla, or fruit, and is topped with a crumbly streusel topping made from ingredients like butter, sugar, and flour. It's a popular treat for breakfast, brunch, or as a delightful accompaniment to a hot beverage.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Streusel Topping:
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Glaze:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1-2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch (23x23 cm) baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, alternating with sour cream, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- In a separate bowl, prepare the streusel topping by combining brown sugar, flour, cold cubed butter, and cinnamon. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to create a crumbly texture.
- Pour half of the cake batter into the greased pan and spread it evenly. Sprinkle half of the streusel mixture on top. Repeat with the remaining batter and streusel.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the coffee cake is cooling, prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl. Adjust the milk to achieve your desired glaze consistency.
- Drizzle the glaze over the cooled coffee cake.
- Slice and enjoy your delicious homemade coffee cake with a hot cup of coffee or tea!This coffee cake is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a delightful dessert. Enjoy!
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Notes
One important thing to note when making a coffee cake is to avoid overmixing the batter. Overmixing can lead to a dense and tough cake. When combining the wet and dry ingredients, mix just until they are incorporated. It's okay if there are a few lumps remaining; they will likely disappear during baking. This gentle mixing ensures your coffee cake will have a tender and moist texture, which is what makes it so delicious.
Nutrition
Serving: 100g
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