Coffee Cake Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup ground coffee

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and lightly grease an 8-inch round cake pan with butter.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. Set aside.
3. Using a hand mixer, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
4. Add eggs, one at a time, beating until fully incorporated. Add vanilla extract, and beat until combined.
5. Add dry ingredients and Greek yogurt to the wet ingredients and beat until fully combined.
6. In a small bowl, combine walnuts, brown sugar, and ground coffee. Stir to combine.
7. Spread half of the batter into the prepared cake pan. Sprinkle with the walnut mixture. Top with remaining batter.
8. Bake in preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Interesting Facts

• This recipe is adapted from the classic coffee cake recipe found in the Joy of Cooking.
• Coffee cake is traditionally served for breakfast or brunch, but it can also be enjoyed as a snack or dessert.
• Coffee cake is a great way to use up overripe bananas or other fruits.