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Actual Coffee Coffee Cake

Actual Coffee Coffee Cake: A Must-Try for Coffee Lovers

This Actual Coffee Coffee Cake is a delightful treat for coffee lovers, bringing an aromatic burst of espresso flavor with a moist crumb and crunchy streusel topping.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 9 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Espresso Can substitute with strong brewed coffee
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Consider a gluten-free flour blend
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Use coconut sugar for lower glycemic option
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Maple sugar can be used as alternative
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Ensure freshness for optimal results
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda Ensure freshness for optimal results
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Essential for flavor balance
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon Can substitute with nutmeg
  • 2 tbsp Cocoa Powder Optional for added visual appeal
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Plain yogurt is a great substitute
  • 1 large Egg Can use a flax egg for vegan option
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Melted coconut oil works well
For the Streusel Topping
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar White sugar can be used in a pinch
  • 1/3 cup Butter Use a vegan butter alternative for dairy-free
  • 2 tbsp Cocoa Powder Optional for chocolate lovers
For the Icing
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Can omit cornstarch if using fresh powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp Espresso or Coffee Use the same coffee from the batter

Equipment

  • 8x8 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine streusel ingredients. Mix until the texture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Dissolve coffee granules in ½ cup of boiling water. Allow to cool.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together sour cream, vegetable oil, egg, and cooled coffee mixture.
  6. Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients using a spatula until just combined.
  7. Spread half of the batter into the prepared pan, sprinkle with half of the reserved streusel, and dollop remaining batter on top.
  8. Sprinkle the remaining streusel on top.
  9. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and coffee until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and avoid overmixing to maintain a light texture.

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