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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
3 Eggs
¼ teaspoon Salt
175g (¾ cup, 2 tablespoons) Sugar
80ml (⅓ cup) Vegetable Oil
80ml (⅓ cup) Warm Milk
1 ½ tablespoons Instant Coffee
200g (1 ⅓ cups) Plain flour
1 teaspoon Baking powder
1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
½ teaspoon Almond essence (optional)
90g (⅓ cup) Powdered Sugar
2-3 tablespoons Warm Milk
1 teaspoon Instant Coffee
Some chopped nuts (optional)
Melted Chocolate

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

Whisk together 3 eggs and ¼ teaspoon salt for 3-4 minutes.

2

Add 175g (¾ cup, 2 tablespoons) sugar and whisk for 1 minute.

3

In a separate bowl, combine 80ml (⅓ cup) vegetable oil and 80ml (⅓ cup) warm milk.

4

Mix in 1 ½ tablespoons instant coffee and whisk well.

5

Add 200g (1 ⅓ cups) plain flour and 1 teaspoon baking powder to the mixture and mix well.

6

Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and ½ teaspoon almond essence (if using).

7

Pour the batter into a 20x20 cm (8x8 inch) baking pan.

8

Bake in a preheated oven at 175°C (350°F) for 30-35 minutes.

9

Prepare a simple coffee icing by mixing 90g (⅓ cup) powdered sugar, 2-3 tablespoons warm milk, and 1 teaspoon instant coffee.

10

Pour the icing over the cooled cake and top with some chopped nuts and melted chocolate if desired.

Cooking Techniques

mixingcreamingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlbaking pan

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutendairynuts

Also Known As

Cinnamon Coffee CakeStreusel Coffee Cake

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