Welcome to the delightful world of Sour Cream Coffee Cake! This cake is a perfect blend of rich flavors and textures, making it an ideal treat for any time of the day. Let’s dive into the simple steps to create this scrumptious dessert!
Tips for Success
Ensure you cream the butter and sugar until fluffy for a light cake. And don’t skip the cooling step; this part’s so satisfying when you finally slice into it!
Favorite Parts
The topping is simply to die for! The crunchy pecans combined with cinnamon make every bite a joy.
Ingredients
- Cake Ingredients:
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Instructions
- Prepare the Pan:
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Step 1- Grease and Preheat: Lightly grease an 8x8 inch baking pan. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Make the Topping:
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Step 2- Combine Topping Ingredients: Crumble topping: Combine flour, brown sugar and cinnamon in a bowl. Add butter and cut in with forks or a pastry blender until there are no large pieces. Stir in nuts.
- Make the Batter:
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Step 3- Mix Batter Ingredients: Batter: In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until pale and fluffy. Add egg and mix. Add sour cream, milk, and vanilla then mix. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder. Add dry ingredients to wet mixture then mix just until combined.
- Assemble the Cake:
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Step 4- Layer the Cake: Assemble: Spoon half of the batter into your prepared pan and smooth into an even bottom layer. Sprinkle half of the topping mixture over the top. Spoon remaining batter on top then smooth into an even layer. Sprinkle remaining topping mixture over the top.
- Bake the Cake:
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Step 5- Bake and Cool: Bake: in preheated oven for 40-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, or with few crumbs. Check it halfway through baking and cover with a piece of aluminum foil if browning too much.Cool: for at least 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 300, Fat: 15g, Carbs: 40g, Protein: 4g
Cooking techniques
The cake is baked using the conventional oven method, allowing for even cooking and a golden-brown top. Make sure to check the cake for doneness with a toothpick!
Variations or substitutions
You can substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a similar texture. For a nut-free version, simply omit the pecans or replace them with seeds.
Storage tips
Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, you can refrigerate it for up to a week.
Notes
Feel free to add a glaze or powdered sugar on top for extra sweetness!
