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

This Jewish Coffee Cake recipe is a beloved classic that has been passed down through generations. Dating back to the early 20th century, this sweet and comforting treat has been a staple in Jewish households during holidays, special occasions, and everyday gatherings. It's a simple yet decadent dessert that pairs perfectly with a cup of coffee or tea, making it a favorite for brunches and afternoon gatherings.

The recipe's origins can be traced back to Eastern Europe, where Jewish famili...

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Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ¼ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 ¼ teaspoons baking soda
  • ¾ cup butter, softened
  • 1 ¼ cups white sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ¼ cups sour cream
  • ¼ cup butter, softened
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 50 mins
  • Servings: 20
  • Yield: 1 9x13-inch cake

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking dish. Combine 2 1/2 cups of flour, baking powder, and baking soda in a bowl.
  • Beat the 3/4 cup of butter and 1 1/4 cups of sugar with an electric mixer in a large bowl until light and fluffy. The mixture should be noticeably lighter in color. Add the room-temperature eggs one at a time, allowing each egg to blend into the butter mixture before adding the next. Beat in the vanilla with the last egg. Pour in the flour mixture alternately with the sour cream, mixing until just incorporated. Batter will be thick. Pour the batter into prepared pan.
  • Mix 1/4 cup of butter, 1/2 cup of flour, 1/4 cup of sugar, and cinnamon in a small bowl until it resembles a coarse crumble. Sprinkle over the cake batter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.
  • Nutrition

    250 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 59mg
    • Sodium: 193mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 30g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 15g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 44mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 55mg