Cinnamon Nut Swirl Coffee Cake
This delightful coffee cake is a symphony of flavors and textures. A tribute to my brother Harry’s culinary prowess, this cinnamon nut swirl cake features layers of rich, buttery batter with a generous swirl of cinnamon and nutty goodness. It’s the perfect treat for a coffee break, a cozy get-together, or a sweet breakfast delight. Though Harry hasn’t yet made it for me, it comes with rave reviews as a perfectly moist cake bursting with flavor in every bite!
8
Servings
N/A
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
nuts (pecan, walnut, or almonds)
3/4 cup (chopped)
brown sugar
1/2 cup
cinnamon
1 teaspoon
margarine
1/4 cup
brown sugar
1 cup
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon
eggs
2
milk
1 cup
flour
1 1/2 cups
baking powder
2 1/2 teaspoons
salt
1/2 teaspoon
Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking pan and set aside.
2
In a medium bowl, cream together 1 cup of brown sugar, vanilla, and margarine until light and fluffy.
3
Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
4
Gradually stir in the milk to the creamed mixture and mix well.
5
In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
6
Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently just until combined. Do not overmix.
7
In another small bowl, combine the chopped nuts, 1/2 cup of brown sugar, and cinnamon to make the nut mixture.
8
Pour half of the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading evenly.
9
Sprinkle half of the cinnamon nut mixture over the batter layer.
10
Pour the remaining batter over the nut layer and spread smoothly.
11
Top with the remaining nut mixture, spreading it evenly to cover the batter.
12
Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
13
Allow the cake to cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then carefully remove it and let it cool on a wire rack before serving.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is for Cinnamon Nut Swirl Coffee Cake.
Who is credited with the inspiration for this cake?
The recipe is a tribute to the culinary prowess of a brother named Harry.
How many servings does this coffee cake provide?
This recipe makes 8 servings.
What temperature should the oven be preheated to?
The oven should be preheated to 375°F (190°C).
What size baking pan is required?
A 9x9-inch baking pan is required.
Which nuts are recommended for the swirl?
You can use 3/4 cup of chopped pecans, walnuts, or almonds.
How much brown sugar is needed in total?
A total of 1 1/2 cups of brown sugar is used: 1 cup for the batter and 1/2 cup for the nut mixture.
What amount of margarine is used in the batter?
The recipe calls for 1/4 cup of margarine.
How much vanilla extract is added?
One teaspoon of vanilla extract is used.
How many eggs are needed?
Two eggs are required for this cake.
What volume of milk is used in the wet mixture?
The recipe requires 1 cup of milk.
How much flour is needed?
The recipe uses 1 1/2 cups of flour.
What amount of baking powder is used?
2 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder are needed.
How much salt is included in the dry ingredients?
The recipe calls for 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
How much cinnamon is used in the nut mixture?
One teaspoon of cinnamon is used.
What is the first step in preparing the batter?
Cream together 1 cup of brown sugar, vanilla, and margarine until light and fluffy.
How should the eggs be incorporated?
Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
What is the proper way to add dry ingredients to the wet mixture?
Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently just until combined without overmixing.
How is the cinnamon nut mixture made?
Combine the chopped nuts, 1/2 cup of brown sugar, and cinnamon in a small bowl.
How should the batter be layered in the pan?
Pour half of the batter, sprinkle half the nut mixture, add the remaining batter, and top with the rest of the nut mixture.
How long does the cake need to bake?
Bake for 25-30 minutes.
How do you test if the cake is done?
A knife inserted in the center should come out clean.
How long should the cake cool in the pan?
Allow the cake to cool for 10 minutes in the pan before removing it.
What should the cake cool on after being removed from the pan?
The cake should cool on a wire rack.
How many total ingredients are listed in this recipe?
There are 11 ingredients in total.
Is this recipe considered easy to bake?
Yes, one of the tags for this recipe is 'easy baking'.
What are some common tags for this recipe?
Tags include cinnamon cake, nutty dessert, coffee cake, and breakfast treat.
What is the described texture of the cake?
The cake is described as perfectly moist with a symphony of flavors.
Is this cake suitable for breakfast?
Yes, it is described as a sweet breakfast delight.
What category does this recipe fall into?
It is categorized as a coffee cake and a comfort food dessert.