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Sour Cream Coffee Cake Loaf

Sour Cream Coffee Cake Loaf: Moist, Buttery, and Irresistible

Sour Cream Coffee Cake Loaf is a moist, buttery loaf that pairs beautifully with coffee or tea.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Provides sweetness and moisture; light or dark works interchangeably.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure; no direct substitutes recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adds warmth; use fresh for better flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor; essential for balancing sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Adds richness; can substitute with margarine or vegan butter.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the cake; white sugar is ideal.
  • 2 large Eggs Binds the cake; substitute with flax eggs for vegan.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Provides depth of flavor; almond extract can be used.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Adds moisture and tang; Greek yogurt is a suitable alternative.
For the Crumb Topping
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Similar flour helps create texture; stick to original.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Essential for warm flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Gives a rich taste; melted butter blends everything.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Adds sweetness and complements cinnamon.

Equipment

  • 9" x 5" loaf pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Sour Cream Coffee Cake Loaf
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9" x 5" loaf pan by greasing with butter or lining with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and salt for the crumb topping. Stir in melted butter until it resembles wet sand.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Beat softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, then gradually add eggs, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Add vanilla extract to the butter mixture, then alternate adding the dry mixture and sour cream, mixing until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle crumb topping generously over the top.
  7. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better texture. Avoid overmixing the batter for a tender loaf.

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