Coffee Cake
Indulge in a heartwarming breakfast or afternoon treat with this delectable Coffee Cake recipe using our upcycled coffee flour. This moist and flavorful cake is infused with the rich aroma of coffee flour, complemented by a buttery cinnamon streusel topping that adds a delightful crunch in every bite.
Key Takeaways: Essential Information About This Coffee Cake Recipe
- GroundUp's coffee flour transforms a traditional coffee cake into a sustainable and nutritious dessert.
- The recipe combines simple pantry ingredients with upcycled coffee flour to create a moist and flavorful cake.
- A layered approach with cinnamon sugar and streusel topping creates multiple texture experiences in each slice.
- The detailed measurements and instructions make this recipe accessible for home bakers of all skill levels.
- The coffee cake recipe demonstrates practical ways to incorporate sustainable ingredients into everyday baking.
The simple yet elegant presentation makes it perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a brunch gathering or simply craving a comforting treat. Each slice delivers a harmonious blend of sweet, nutty, and subtly coffee-infused flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more.
Essential Ingredients and Equipment for Making Coffee Flour Coffee Cake
Cake Batter Ingredients (the use of a scale is recommended)
140g (1 cup 2 tbsp) All-purpose flour
225 (1cup 2tbsp) Sugar
0.96g (1/4 tsp) Baking powder
1.42g (1/4 tsp) Baking soda
1.42g (1/4) salt
113g (1/2 cup) Unsalted butter
115g (1/2 cup) Sour cream
27.5g (1/8cup) Whole milk
100g (2 large) Eggs
8.54g (2tsp) Vanilla extract
46.87g (8 tbsp) Upcycled coffee flour
Step-by-Step Instructions for Preparing Your Coffee Cake with Upcycled Flour
Method:
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Add all-purpose flour, coffee flour, Sugar, Baking powder, Baking soda, and salt into your stand mixer bowl. Use the paddle attachment and mix on low speed until it's well combined for 3 min.
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Remove the mixture from the mixing bowl and keep it aside.
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Add softened (room temperature) butter and beat on medium speed (KitchenAid mixer speed 5) for 3 mins or until the butter looks fluffy and has a pale yellow colour (creamed butter).
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Add the dry mixture into the butter and mix on medium speed (KitchenAid mixer speed 5) for 4 mins or until it resembles wet sand.
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In a bowl whisk together the sour cream, milk, eggs, and Vanilla until combined. Add the wet mixture to the creamed butter mixture. Mix the batter on medium speed (KitchenAid mixer speed 5) until the batter becomes smooth (a few lumps are ok).
Creating the Perfect Cinnamon Sugar and Streusel Topping
Cinnamon Sugar
Ingredients
25g (2 tbsp) Granulated Sugar
8.54g (1 1/4 tbsp) All-purpose flour
1.42g (1/4 tsp) Ground Cinnamon
Mix all ingredients in a small bowl
Streusel
Ingredients
90g (<1/2 cup) Brown Sugar
62.5g (1/2 cup) All-purpose flour
2.84 (1/2tsp) Ground Cinnamon
0.71g (1/8 tsp) Salt
56.5g (1/4 cup) Unsalted Butter
Method
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In a small bowl, combine the flour, Brown Sugar, Cinnamon, and Salt.
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Use a fork to cut the butter into the mixture until completely combined and becomes crumbly with pea-sized grains.
Final Assembly and Baking Instructions for Your Coffee Cake
Prepare the cake
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Spread half of the batter into a prepared pan. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar layer over the top of the batter in an even layer. Gently and slowly spread the remaining batter over the top to prevent the lifting of the cinnamon sugar layer. Finally, top the cake with the streusel mixture.
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Bake at 350*F for 50 - 55 mins or once a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean. For more delicious recipes using our upcycled ingredients, visit our recipe collection.
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