How to Make Jewish Coffee Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

Jewish Coffee Cake, also known as Schnecken, is a delicious and comforting pastry that is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even as a sweet treat with a cup of coffee. This pastry has a rich and buttery dough and a sweet cinnamon filling, making it a delicious and indulgent treat that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

This classic recipe has been passed down through generations in Jewish families, and it is a staple at many holiday and special occasion meals. The name "Schnecken" i...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • ½ cup confectioners' sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Information

  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 1 9x9-inch pan

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x9 inch pan. Combine the flour, baking soda and baking powder; set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, cream together the sugar, butter and eggs until smooth. Add the flour mixture and beat until smooth. Finally, stir in the sour cream and vanilla. In a separate bowl, combine the nuts, confectioners' sugar and cinnamon.
  • Spread half of the batter into the 9x9 inch pan. Sprinkle a layer of the nut mixture, then spread the remaining batter and top with the rest of the nut mixture. Spread the melted butter over the top.
  • Bake for 1 hour in the preheated oven, until cake springs back to the touch.
  • Nutrition

    364 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 65mg
    • Sodium: 236mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 40g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 22g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 69mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 110mg