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Coffee Cake with Coffee

This Coffee Cake with Coffee is a delightful treat! Moist and rich, it's perfect for brunch or a cozy afternoon.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake:
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar packed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder
  • 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup strongly brewed coffee or espresso cooled
For the Streusel Topping:
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted and slightly cooled
For the Glaze:
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1-2 tablespoons strongly brewed coffee or espresso cooled

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • 9-inch Round Cake Pan
  • Rubber spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

Instructions:
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan to prevent sticking.
  2. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder, and 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour. Mix well and set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Set this bowl aside as well.
  4. In another bowl, combine 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter, 1 cup packed brown sugar, 1 large egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/2 cup milk, and 1/2 cup cooled brewed coffee. Mix well until everything is fully incorporated.
  5. Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are perfectly fine!
  6. Pour half of the batter into the prepared cake pan. Sprinkle half of the topping mixture over the batter. Then, pour the remaining batter on top, and finish with the rest of the streusel topping.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a cooling rack to cool completely.
  9. While the cake cools, make the glaze by whisking together 1/2 cup powdered sugar and 1-2 tablespoons cooled brewed coffee until smooth. Adjust the consistency as needed.
  10. Once the cake is completely cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top. Slice and enjoy your delicious Coffee Cake with Coffee!

Notes

  • For a nutty twist, add chopped nuts to the batter.
  • Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.