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Cherry Coffee Cake with Crumb Topping

Cherry Coffee Cake with Crumb Topping

Cherry Coffee Cake with Crumb Topping is a sweet, tender treat perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version
  • 1 cup sugar use less sugar for a less sweet cake
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder ensure it's fresh for optimal rise
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt essential for balancing sweetness
  • 1/2 cup butter (melted) can be replaced with coconut oil for a dairy-free option
  • 1 cup milk substitute with almond milk for a dairy-free version
  • 2 large eggs (slightly beaten) can use flax eggs for a vegan option
For the Topping
  • 1 can cherry pie filling try using blueberry or peach for a different spin
  • 1/2 cup reserved crumb mixture essential for that classic coffee cake texture

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk until well mixed.
  3. Pour in the melted butter into the dry mixture and stir until it resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside half a cup for the topping.
  4. In a separate bowl, slightly beat the eggs and mix in the milk. Combine this with the crumb mixture, stirring gently.
  5. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking pan and spoon cherry pie filling over the batter.
  6. Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture over the cherry filling evenly.
  7. Bake for 40-45 minutes, checking for doneness at 35 minutes.
  8. Allow to cool for about 15-20 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients and don’t overmix for the best results.

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