My Grandma's Coffee Cake
Grandma's coffee cake recipe with streusel topping - You've probably heard the phrase "made with love" before, but have you ever tasted something that truly embodies that sentiment? That's exactly what you get with My Grandma's Coffee Cake recipe. Passed down through generations of our family, this recipe is more than just a delicious dessert - it's a piece of our family history. Everyone knows grandma’s recipe is the best!
Equipment
- 1 9" (23cm) cake baking dish
Ingredients
My Grandma's Coffee Cake recipe
For the streusel topping:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter cut into small pieces
For the cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
How to make Grandma's Coffee cake
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round baking pan.
- In a small bowl, prepare the streusel topping by combining the flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in the cold butter using a fork or pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the softened butter, eggs, sour cream, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined and the batter is smooth.
- Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle half of the streusel topping over the batter.
- Add the remaining batter on top, spreading it evenly, and sprinkle the remaining streusel topping over it.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the coffee cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and serve the coffee cake as desired. It's perfect for enjoying with a cup of coffee or tea!
Notes
The best Almond flour coffee cake recipe
To make an almond flour coffee cake recipe that's gluten-free and vegan, you can make the following ingredient substitutions:
Almond flour coffee cake ingredients For the streusel topping:
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup cold vegan butter or coconut oil, cut into small pieces
Espresso coffee cake recipe ingredients
For the cake:
- 2 cups almond flour (or a combination of almond flour and gluten-free flour blend)
- 1 cup granulated sugar or a natural sweetener substitute like coconut sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup vegan butter or coconut oil, softened
- 2 flaxseed or chia seed eggs (2 tablespoons ground flaxseed or chia seeds mixed with 6 tablespoons water, let sit for 5 minutes to thicken)
- 1 cup dairy-free yogurt or applesauce (to replace the sour cream)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Make sure all the ingredients you use are certified gluten-free and vegan-friendly. The baking time and temperature should remain the same as in the original recipe. Enjoy your gluten-free and vegan almond flour coffee cake!
Step by step instructions - How to make Homemade Almond flour for almond cake
To make almond flour for an almond cake, you'll need whole almonds. Here's a step-by-step guide:
1. Start with Whole Almonds: Choose raw, unsalted whole almonds for the best results. You can use blanched almonds (skins removed) or almonds with skins intact, depending on your preference.
2. Blanching the Almonds (Optional): If you prefer a finer texture and a lighter color for your almond flour, you can blanch the almonds to remove the skins. To do this, bring a pot of water to a boil, add the almonds, and let them boil for about 1 minute. Drain the almonds and rinse them with cold water. Pat them dry with a clean towel, and the skins should easily slip off when you gently squeeze the almonds.
3. Drying the Almonds: After blanching (if you chose to do so), spread the almonds in a single layer on a baking sheet. Allow them to air dry completely. Make sure they are fully dry before proceeding to the next step to prevent clumping.
4. Grinding the Almonds: Once the almonds are dry, you can use a food processor, blender, or coffee grinder to grind them into a fine flour. Work in small batches to ensure even grinding. Pulse the almonds until you achieve a flour-like consistency. Avoid over-processing, as the almonds may release their oils and turn into almond butter.
5. Sifting (Optional): If you desire an even finer texture, you can sift the ground almond flour through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any larger pieces. This step is optional but can help achieve a smoother texture for your almond cake.
Once you've made the almond flour, you can use it as a substitute for regular flour in your almond cake recipe. Adjust the recipe accordingly, as almond flour behaves differently from wheat flour due to its lack of gluten. Enjoy your homemade almond flour and the delicious almond cake it will create!