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Coffee Cake

Cultural Context

Coffee Cake is a beloved American treat, often served at brunch or as a snack with coffee. Its origins can be traced back to European baking traditions, where cakes were enjoyed with coffee. The dish has evolved to include various flavors and toppings, making it a versatile favorite in homes and cafes alike. Today, coffee cake is popular worldwide, with many regional variations featuring fruits, nuts, or different spices.

AmericanUSdessert
45 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup white granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
2 large eggs (lightly whisked)
1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
1 cup buttermilk (room temperature)
powdered sugar (for dusting)

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: buttermilk

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option.

chopped nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: oats

Seeds add crunch without allergens.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

1

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

2

Lightly spray a glass baking dish with non-stick spray.

3

In a bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup white granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon sea salt, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon.

4

Add 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter to the dry ingredients and mix until crumbly.

5

Spread the mixture out in the bowl and refrigerate to firm up.

6

In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1 teaspoon sea salt.

7

In a stand mixer, beat 1/2 cup room temperature unsalted butter until creamy, then gradually add 1 cup white granulated sugar while mixing on low.

8

Increase speed to medium and beat for about 3 minutes until light and fluffy.

9

Gradually add the lightly whisked eggs, mixing well after each addition.

10

Add 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste and mix until combined.

11

Gradually add the dry mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with 1 cup room temperature buttermilk, mixing until just combined.

12

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.

13

Take the crumb topping from the fridge, break it up into smaller pieces, and sprinkle it evenly over the batter.

14

Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes or until a tester inserted into the center comes out clean.

15

Let the coffee cake cool on a cooling rack for about 20-30 minutes.

16

Dust the cooled cake with powdered sugar before serving.

Cooking Techniques

mixingcreamingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlsglass baking dishwhiskstand mixermeasuring cupsmeasuring spoonscooling rack

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Allergens

glutendairynuts

Also Known As

Cinnamon Coffee CakeStreusel Coffee Cake

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