Delicious and Easy Platz Coffee Cake Recipe

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Delicious and Easy Platz Coffee Cake Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on December 04, 2023

Indulge in the heavenly taste of this easy platz coffee cake. Made with simple ingredients, this cake is a perfect treat for breakfast or afternoon tea. The moist and fluffy cake topped with a cinnamon streusel filling will satisfy your sweet cravings. With just a few steps, you can bake this delightful cake and impress your family and friends. Enjoy a slice of this deliciousness with a hot cup of coffee and start your day on a sweet note!

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 cup of granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add the softened butter, sour cream, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix well until the batter is smooth and well combined.
  4. In a separate small bowl, combine 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, 1/4 cup of softened butter, and ground cinnamon. Mix until crumbly.
  5. Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon streusel mixture over the batter.
  6. Pour the remaining cake batter over the streusel layer. Use a spatula to spread it evenly.
  7. Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon streusel mixture on top of the cake batter.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
  10. Carefully transfer the cake to a wire rack and let it cool completely before serving.
  11. Slice the cake and enjoy with a freshly brewed cup of coffee!

Interesting Facts

  • The word 'platz' refers to a type of coffee cake commonly enjoyed in the Pennsylvania Dutch region of the United States.
  • Coffee cakes get their name because they are traditionally served with a cup of coffee.
  • This recipe can be easily adapted by adding your favorite nuts or fruits to the cinnamon streusel mixture for added flavor and texture.