Description
This Coffee and Cream Coffee Cake is a moist and flavorful treat that combines the rich taste of brewed coffee with a tender cake crumb and a luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack, this cake is easy to make and sure to please coffee lovers.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup brewed coffee, cooled
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Frosting
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon additional brewed coffee (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan to prevent sticking.
- Cream butter and sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter together with the granulated and brown sugars until the mixture is light, fluffy, and well combined.
- Add eggs: Incorporate the eggs one at a time into the butter and sugar mixture, beating thoroughly after each addition to ensure proper mixing.
- Mix in coffee and vanilla: Stir in the cooled brewed coffee and vanilla extract to infuse the batter with rich coffee flavor.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents.
- Integrate dry and wet ingredients: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with sour cream, stirring gently until just combined to maintain a tender crumb.
- Pour batter into pan: Transfer the batter into the greased cake pan and smooth the surface with a spatula for even baking.
- Bake the cake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, indicating the cake is fully cooked.
- Cool the cake: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before carefully removing it and placing it on a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare frosting: Beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon of brewed coffee until the frosting is smooth and creamy.
- Frost the cake: Once the cake has completely cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top of the cake.
- Serve: Slice the cake, serve, and enjoy this delicious coffee-flavored dessert.
Notes
- Ensure the brewed coffee is completely cooled before adding it to the batter to prevent affecting the texture.
- You can substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a slightly tangier flavor.
- For a stronger coffee taste, use a dark roast coffee when brewing.
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened for a smooth frosting.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
