Coffee Cake

Last minute invitation to a friends house for coffee? Family Brunch? Or simply want something lite to drink with your coffee each morning? Well look no further than this coffee cake recipe! This easy to make coffee cake is so versatile that you can really make it all your own! With many different ways to make this cake, you can be ready for just about any occasion. All you need is 35 minutes and your imagination!
Servings: 8 yield(s)
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Ingredients
  • 1 egg (50g (large egg))
  • 1.5 tbsp baking powder (7.5g)
  • 1 tbsp oil (15g You can also use vegetable shortening or melted butter if you choose.)
  • Base ingredients for cake
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (50g)
  • 3/4 cup liquid (180g juice from fruit if using fruit in your recipe)
  • Sprinkle mixture
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (50g)
  • 2 tsp cinnamon (10g)
  • 2 tbsp first mixture (30g taken from the first 3 ingredients mixed)
  • 2 tbsp butter (30g I used unsalted and let it get to room temperature)
Instructions
  1. Combine the flour, baking powder and oil
  2. Save 2 tablespoons (30g) for later
  3. Combine first sugar, egg, and liquid to the first ingredients.
  4. Mix vigorously for one minute (by hand)
  5. Spread mixed batter into a well-greased 9-inch pan
  6. Drop spoonfuls of drained/crushed fruit over the batter
  7. Combine the second sugar, cinnamon, batter (saved from the first step), and butter
  8. Blend mixture with a fork until crumbly
  9. Scatter sprinkle mixture over the top of the cake
  10. Bake in a 400-degree oven for 25 to 30 minutes.
  11. Let cool, Slice and enjoy