CHERRY-ALMOND COFFEE CAKE

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Every Christmas morning, I bake a coffee cake that's rich and creamy like a cheesecake. My family loves cherries on top, but make it yours with any kind of fruit preserves. -Sue Torn, Germantown, WI

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar, divided
3/4 cup cold butter, cubed
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup sour cream
2 large eggs, room temperature, divided use
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup cherry preserves
1/2 cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, mix flour and 3/4 cup sugar; cut in butter until crumbly. Reserve 1/2 cup crumb mixture for topping. Add baking powder, baking soda and salt to remaining crumb mixture. Stir in sour cream, 1 egg and the extract until blended., Spread onto bottom of a greased 9-in. springform pan. In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and remaining sugar until smooth. Add remaining egg; beat on low speed just until blended. Pour into pan; spoon preserves over top. Sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture and almonds., Bake until top is golden brown, 50-60 minutes. Cool on a wire rack 15 minutes. Loosen sides from pan with a knife; remove rim from pan. Serve warm or cold. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 468 calories, Fat 24g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 96mg cholesterol, Sodium 298mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Sabur Mamun
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Overall, this coffee cake was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


GsmShammrat Alamin
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The coffee cake was a bit too sweet, but the texture was good.


naweed ghulam nabee
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The cake was a bit dry, but the flavor was good.


Choice Wisely
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This coffee cake is a bit too complicated to make. I prefer simpler recipes.


Ruby Victor
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Overall, I was disappointed with this coffee cake. I don't think I'll be making it again.


Laura Tillman
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The coffee cake was a bit too dense for my taste.


Brook Philmon
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The cake didn't rise properly. I think I might have overmixed the batter.


Shofikul ajom aripa ajom aripa
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The coffee cake was too sweet for my liking.


Pakistan 1947
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The cake was a bit bland. I think it could have used more spices.


carolyn mills
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This coffee cake was a bit too dry for my taste.


sara. m. mh
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I'll definitely be making this coffee cake again.


mr lemons
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This coffee cake is easy to make and always a hit with my friends and family.


Rajpoot Mobile
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Perfect for a brunch or afternoon snack.


Lovely Diaz
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Delicious!


Benjamin Aguilar1308
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This coffee cake is a great way to start the day! It's moist, flavorful, and has just the right amount of sweetness.


Sangita Bhujel
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I made this coffee cake for my family, and they all loved it! The cake was light and fluffy, and the cherries and almonds added a nice bit of texture and flavor.


nwokoro micheal
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This coffee cake is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of cherries and almonds.


Md Shahin Mia
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The cherry almond coffee cake was delicious! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the cherries and almonds added a nice touch of sweetness and crunch.


Oketcho Silvester
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I've made this coffee cake several times now, and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great recipe to have on hand for unexpected guests.


Asif Fahad
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This coffee cake was a hit at my brunch party! It was so moist and flavorful, and the almond extract added a lovely nutty flavor.