Coffee Cake
Coffee Cake Recipe: A Delicious and Easy-to-Make Dessert
Coffee Cake is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. This delicious cake is made with a combination of rich coffee flavor and a moist, fluffy texture that will leave you wanting more. In this recipe, we will show you how to make a Coffee Cake that is sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Streusel Topping:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch cake pan with butter or cooking spray.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
4. In another bowl, mix together the coffee and milk.
5. Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture in three parts, alternating with the coffee mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
7. In a small bowl, mix together the flour, brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon until crumbly. Sprinkle the streusel topping over the cake batter.
8. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing it from the pan and placing it on a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Serve the Coffee Cake warm or at room temperature.
Appearance and Taste:
This Coffee Cake is a beautiful golden brown color with a crumbly streusel topping. The cake is moist and fluffy with a rich coffee flavor that is perfectly balanced with the sweetness of the streusel topping. The cinnamon adds a warm, comforting flavor that makes this cake perfect for any time of day.
Type of Dish: Dessert
Main Ingredients: Flour, Sugar, Butter
Cooking Tips:
- Make sure your butter is softened before creaming it with the sugar. This will ensure a light and fluffy cake.
- Use strong brewed coffee for a more pronounced coffee flavor.
- Don't overmix the batter. Mix until just combined to avoid a tough cake.