Indulge in the delightful world of crumb cakes and coffee cakes, two classic treats that offer a symphony of flavors and textures. These irresistible cakes, often enjoyed during cozy mornings or afternoon tea breaks, are characterized by their tender crumb and delectable streusel topping. While they share some similarities, each cake possesses unique qualities that set it apart, making them both worthy of your culinary exploration. This article presents two delectable recipes – one for a classic crumb cake and the other for a delectable coffee cake – each featuring an easy streusel topping that adds an extra layer of indulgence. Get ready to embark on a baking journey that will leave your taste buds tantalized and your loved ones craving for more.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CINNAMON CRUMB COFFEE CAKE
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350F.
- In the bowl of a mixer, cream together the butter and sugar, scraping down the sides occasionally. Add the vanilla and egg, mix in.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder and salt. Add one half of it to the mixer, and when mostly combined, add the milk. Once the milk is mostly incorporated, add the rest of the flour.
- To make filling: in a small bowl, pinch together the softened butter, flour, sugar and cinnamon until soft crumbs form.
- To make topping: add the butter, flour, brown sugar and cinnamon to a food processor and pulse until coarse crumbs form (You can cut in with forks or a pastry cutter, but I am not patient enough for that!).
- Grease a 9x9 baking pan. Pour in ½ of cake batter, and spread to all four corners. Sprinkle the filling over top, then pour in remaining cake batter, and spread carefully across the top, disturbing the filling layer as little as possible (an offset spatula works well for this).
- Sprinkle the topping over the top and press lightly so it adheres.
- Bake in preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool to warm on wire rack before serving.
CRUMB CAKE OR COFFEE CAKE WITH EASY STREUSEL TOPPING
I never seem to have butter softened to the right temperature when I want to make coffee cake, so I finally asked my mom for her recipe, and it doesn't require any softened butter, just oil, so it is a breeze to make. It is easy to get the consistency of the crumb topping just right. You could substitute other types of nuts if you wanted.
Provided by Crocheting Mama
Categories Breads
Time 1h
Yield 15 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Mix sugars and oil.
- Add flour, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg. Mix well.
- Remove 6 tablespoons of mixture and reserve for crumb topping.
- Add egg and buttermilk to the larger portion of the mixture. Stir well. Put in 9X13.
- To reserved crumb mixture, add nuts to taste and cinnamon.
- Sprinkle over cake batter. Bake at 350 for 35-40 minutes. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean.
CRUMB COFFEE CAKE
This delightful coffee cake has a lightly crunchy topping and a lovely filling of nuts, brown sugar and cinnamon. It tastes delicious.-Valma Devall, Kennewick, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 1h15m
Yield 18 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and baking soda; add to creamed mixture alternately with sour cream. Pour half of the batter into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. , Combine filling ingredients; sprinkle over batter. Carefully top with remaining batter. For topping, combine the flour, sugars and cinnamon in a bowl; cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in walnuts. Sprinkle over batter. , Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Combine icing ingredients; drizzle over coffee cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 391 calories, Fat 22g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 244mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
OLD FASHIONED COFFEE CAKE WITH CINNAMON-STREUSEL TOPPING
Reminiscent of a pound cake, this deliciously moist and buttery coffee cake is anything but dry! Between the cinnamon swirl layer and the generous amount of streusel topping, every bite is a perfect combination of flavor and texture. You can probably whip up this easy and affordable dessert without having to make a special trip to the store.
Provided by NicoleMcmom
Categories Coffee Cake
Time 1h35m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish; set aside.
- Prepare cinnamon layer by stirring brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon together in a small bowl until well combined; set aside.
- Prepare streusel topping by combining brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and salt in a small bowl. Add butter and stir with a fork until mixture is crumbly; set aside.
- Prepare cake by whisking together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
- Beat sugar and butter in a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment on medium speed until fluffy, about 3 minutes. Scrape the sides of the bowl, then turn the mixer on low speed and beat in eggs until well blended. Gradually mix in flour mixture and milk. Add sour cream and vanilla and beat for 30 seconds.
- Pour 1/2 of the batter into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the cinnamon layer over the batter, then pour the remaining batter over top. Spread streusel topping evenly over the cake, pressing very lightly so it adheres to the batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 40 to 50 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool completely before serving, about 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 675.4 calories, Carbohydrate 97.6 g, Cholesterol 116.9 mg, Fat 28.3 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 19.3 g, Sodium 245.8 mg
Tips:
- Use unsalted butter at room temperature for the best texture and flavor.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough.
- For a streusel topping that stays crunchy, use cold butter and flour.
- Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely before serving. This will help the flavors to develop and the cake to set.
Conclusion:
Crumb cake and coffee cake are both delicious breakfast treats that are perfect for any occasion. Crumb cake is a classic cake with a tender crumb and a sweet and crunchy streusel topping. Coffee cake is a more versatile cake that can be made with a variety of flavors and toppings. Both cakes are easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages.
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