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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
2/3 cup light brown sugar
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons cinnamon
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup light brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons cold butter
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking powder
10 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup light brown sugar
2 eggs
2/3 cup sour cream

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

Make the cinnamon filling by mixing 2/3 cup light brown sugar, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, and 2 teaspoons cinnamon in a small bowl.

2

Set the cinnamon filling aside.

3

Prepare the streusel topping by mixing 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup light brown sugar, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl.

4

Add 6 tablespoons cold butter to the streusel mixture and work it together until crumbly.

5

Preheat the oven to 350°F.

6

In a separate bowl, mix 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 2 teaspoons baking powder.

7

In a stand mixer, cream together 10 tablespoons butter, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1/4 cup light brown sugar until light and fluffy.

8

Add 2 eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

9

Stir in 2/3 cup sour cream until combined.

10

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.

11

In a greased baking pan, layer half of the batter, sprinkle with the cinnamon filling, add the remaining batter, and top with the streusel topping.

12

Bake for 30-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Cooking Techniques

mixingcreamingbaking

Equipment Needed

small bowlmedium bowlstand mixerbaking panwhiskfork

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutendairynuts

Also Known As

Cinnamon Coffee CakeStreusel Coffee Cake

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