Best 2 Christmas Tree Coffee Cake Recipes
Indulge in the Christmas spirit with a delightful treat that combines festive cheer and culinary artistry - the Christmas Tree Coffee Cake. This captivating creation is a symphony of flavors and textures, sure to bring joy to your holiday celebrations. Imagine a tender, moist coffee cake batter swirled with a vibrant green filling, reminiscent of a Christmas tree. The finishing touch is a dusting of powdered sugar, resembling a blanket of freshly fallen snow. With its festive appearance and irresistible taste, this coffee cake will be the star of your holiday table. Whether you're looking for a centerpiece for your Christmas brunch or a sweet treat to share with loved ones, this recipe is the perfect choice, offering a delightful fusion of coffee and Christmas cheer. In addition to the classic Christmas Tree Coffee Cake, the article presents variations that cater to different dietary preferences and tastes. Discover the gluten-free and vegan versions, ensuring everyone can savor this festive delight. Unleash your creativity with the additional recipes for a variety of coffee cakes, ranging from the classic Sour Cream Coffee Cake to the unique and flavorful Orange-Scented Coffee Cake. These recipes offer a delightful array of choices for any coffee cake enthusiast, making it the perfect addition to your holiday baking repertoire.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
CHRISTMAS TREE COFFEE CAKE
I discovered this recipe in Good Housekeeping many years ago. Guests for breakfast are always surprised and in awe of this Coffee Cake - I shape according to my mood or the holiday. Prep time does NOT include rise or chill times.
Provided by CindiJ
Categories Yeast Breads
Time 50m
Yield 2 cakes, 22 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In large mixing bowl throughly mix 2 cups flour, sugar, salt& dry yeast. Set aside.
- In small saucepan combine milk, water and butter.
- Heat to 130ºF (butter does not need to melt).
- Slowly add liquid to the above dry ingredients; beat for 2 minutes with electric mixer, scraping bowl occasionally.
- Add egg and 1 cup flour.
- Beat at high speed additional 2 minutes.
- Stir in enough remaining flour to make stiff dough (approx. 1 cup).
- Cover tightly.
- Refrigerate at least 2 hours or up to 3 days.
- When ready to make rolls, prepare filling.
- In large mixing bowl combine cream cheese, sugar, salt, nutmeg and vanilla.
- Beat just until well blended.
- Stir in drained pineapple.
- Grease 2 large cookie sheets.
- Divide dough in half; keep one half in refrigerator while working with other half.
- On lightly floured surface roll first dough half to an 11" x 10" rectangle.
- Spread with half of the cream cheese pineapple filling.
- Roll up on 11" side- pinch seams to seal.
- Cut into 1" slices and arrange in shape of Christmas tree on cookie sheet.
- Cover lightly with plastic wrap.
- Repeat with remaining dough and filling.
- Let arranged slices rise approximately 1 hour in draft free warm place.
- Preheat oven to 375ºF- Bake 15 minutes; cover with aluminum foil to prevent browning.
- Bake additional 5-10 minutes.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool.
- Place cherries, cut side down in center of each roll.
- Combine powdered sugar with milk and drizzle over the rolls.
CHRISTMAS TREE COFFEE CAKE
Steps:
- 1. Soften yeast in lukewarm water. (Use warm water for dry yeast.)
- 2. Pour scalded milk over sugar, salt and butter.
- 3. Cool to lukewarm.
- 4. Stir in 1 cup flour and eggs.
- 5. Add softened yeast and oats.
- 6. Combine 1/4 cup flour and candied fruits; stir to coat fruits evenly with flour.
- 7. Add to dough; mix well.
- 8. Stir in enough more flour to make a soft dough.
- 9. Turn out on lightly floured board or canvas; knead until smooth and satiny, about 10 minutes.
- 10. Round dough into ball; place in greased bowl; brush lightly with melted shortening.
- 11. Cover and let rise in warm place until double in size, about 1 hour.
- 12. Punch dough down; cover; let rest 10 minutes.
- 13. Divide dough in half.
- 14. From one half, pinch off 17 pieces of dough; shape to form balls.
- 15. Arrange balls in the shape of a Christmas tree on greased cookie sheet.
- 16. Brush lightly with melted butter.
- 17. Repeat with other half of dough.
- 18. Cover; let rise in warm place until nearly double in size, about 1 hour.
- 19. Bake at 375 for about 20 minutes.
- 20. Decorate with confectioners\' sugar frosting and candied citron.
Tips:
- Prep Ahead: You can make the coffee cake batter and the crumb topping the day before and store them in the refrigerator. This will save you time on the day you want to bake the cake.
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Freshly brewed coffee, unsalted butter, and large eggs will give your coffee cake the best flavor.
- Don't Overmix the Batter: Overmixing the batter will make the cake tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Bake the Cake Until a Toothpick Inserted into the Center Comes Out Clean: This is the best way to ensure that the cake is cooked through.
- Let the Cake Cool Completely Before Frosting: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
Conclusion:
With its festive appearance and delicious flavor, this Christmas Tree Coffee Cake is the perfect centerpiece for your holiday table. It's easy to make and sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So gather your ingredients and give this recipe a try! Note: This recipe is for a 10-inch bundt cake. If you want to make a smaller cake, you can use an 8-inch bundt cake pan. Just reduce the baking time by about 10 minutes.
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