Coffee Cake

Why Make This Recipe

Coffee Cake is a beloved treat that brings warmth and comfort to any gathering. It’s perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert. This cake is easy to make and combines a rich, sweet flavor with a light and fluffy texture. Whether you’re entertaining guests or simply enjoying a quiet afternoon, Coffee Cake is sure to brighten your day.

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How to Make Coffee Cake

Making Coffee Cake is simple and straightforward. You’ll start by preparing the batter and then move on to the delicious streusel topping. Finally, you can add a sweet icing if you like!

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Ingredients:

• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup oil (vegetable or canola)
• 1 tsp. vanilla
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 2 tsp. baking powder
• 1 1/2 cups flour
• 2 T butter (melted)
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 tsp. cinnamon
• 2 T flour
• 1/2 cup walnuts (chopped, optional)
• 1 T butter (room temperature)
• 3/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 T milk (extra, if needed)

Directions:

1. Cake:

   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • In a bowl, mix the egg, oil, vanilla, sugar, and milk until well blended.
   • In another bowl, combine salt, baking powder, and 1 1/2 cups flour. Slowly add this mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
   • Pour the batter into a greased baking pan.

2. Streusel:

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   • In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, 2 tablespoons of flour, and walnuts (if using). Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the cake batter.

3. Icing (Optional):

   • In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and 1 tablespoon of milk. If it’s too thick, add a little extra milk until you reach your desired consistency.

4. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

5. Once baked, let the coffee cake cool for a bit before drizzling icing over the top if you choose.

How to Serve Coffee Cake

Serve Coffee Cake warm or at room temperature. It pairs perfectly with a cup of coffee or tea. You can cut it into squares and enjoy it with friends and family or set it out at a brunch gathering.

How to Store Coffee Cake

To keep your Coffee Cake fresh, store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. If you want to keep it longer, you can freeze it. Wrap the cooled cake tightly in plastic wrap, then in aluminum foil, and store it in the freezer for up to three months.

Tips to Make Coffee Cake

• Make sure not to overmix the batter; it should remain slightly lumpy for the best texture.
• Feel free to experiment with different nuts or add fruits like blueberries or apples for added flavor.
• If you like a sweeter cake, you can increase the amount of sugar in the batter.

Variation

For a chocolate twist, consider adding cocoa powder to the batter or using chocolate chips in the streusel topping. You can also switch up the spices and try nutmeg or pumpkin pie spice for a different flavor profile.

FAQs

1. Can I make this Coffee Cake ahead of time?

   • Yes, you can bake it a day in advance. Just store it covered at room temperature.

2. What if I don’t have walnuts?

   • You can leave the walnuts out or substitute them with another nut, like pecans, or use a mixture of dried fruits.

3. Can I make a gluten-free version?

   • Absolutely! Use a gluten-free flour blend instead of regular flour for a delicious gluten-free Coffee Cake.

Enjoy your homemade Coffee Cake, and don’t hesitate to share it with those you love!

Coffee Cake

A light and fluffy Coffee Cake that's perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert, bringing warmth and comfort to any gathering.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 35 minutes mins

Total Time 50 minutes mins

Servings: 8 pieces

Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 280

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the Cake

• 1 count egg
• 1/4 cup oil (vegetable or canola)
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 1/2 cups flour

For the Streusel Topping

• 2 T butter (melted)
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 tsp cinnamon
• 2 T flour
• 1/2 cup walnuts (chopped, optional)

For the Icing (Optional)

• 3/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 T milk (extra, if needed)

Method

 

Cake Preparation

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, mix the egg, oil, vanilla, sugar, and milk until well blended.
3. In another bowl, combine salt, baking powder, and 1 1/2 cups flour. Slowly add this mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
4. Pour the batter into a greased baking pan.

Streusel Preparation

1. In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, 2 tablespoons of flour, and walnuts (if using).
2. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the cake batter.

Icing Preparation (Optional)

1. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and 1 tablespoon of milk. If it's too thick, add a little extra milk until you reach your desired consistency.

Baking

1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
2. Once baked, let the coffee cake cool for a bit before drizzling icing over the top if you choose.

Notes

Ensure not to overmix the batter; it should remain slightly lumpy for the best texture. Feel free to experiment with different nuts or add fruits like blueberries or apples for added flavor. If you prefer a sweeter cake, increase the sugar in the batter. For a chocolate twist, consider adding cocoa powder to the batter or using chocolate chips in the streusel topping. You can also switch up the spices and try nutmeg or pumpkin pie spice for a different flavor profile.

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