Coffee cake recipes

A Guide to Making Coffee Cake

Coffee cake, a beloved treat perfect for breakfast or afternoon tea, combines a moist crumb with a rich coffee-infused flavor. Here’s a simple yet versatile recipe to get you started.

Ingredients: For the cake, you’ll need 1½ cups flour, 1 cup sugar, ½ cup butter (softened), 2 eggs, ½ cup milk, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1 tsp baking powder, and ½ tsp salt. For the coffee streusel topping, mix ⅓ cup flour, ¼ cup brown sugar, 2 tbsp instant coffee powder, ¼ tsp cinnamon, and 3 tbsp cold butter (cut into small pieces).

Instructions:

1. Prepare streusel: In a bowl, blend flour, brown sugar, coffee powder, and cinnamon. Cut in cold butter until crumbly; set aside.

2. Make batter: Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in another bowl. Cream butter and sugar until fluffy, then beat in eggs and vanilla. Gradually add dry ingredients and milk alternately.

3. Assemble: Pour batter into a greased 9-inch pan. Sprinkle streusel evenly over the top.

4. Bake: At 350°F (175°C) for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool before serving.

Variations: Add chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or a coffee glaze (mix powdered sugar with brewed coffee) for extra flavor. Enjoy this delightful coffee cake with a hot cup of coffee for the ultimate cozy experience!