Cherry Coffee Cake Recipe

 

Prep: 15 mins

Cook: 60 mins

Cool Time: 10 mins

Total: 85 mins

Servings: 12 slices

Yield: 1 (9-x 13-inch) baking dish

Enhance your coffee cake with the vibrant tartness of cherry pie filling. This recipe layers a soft, muffin-like cake with cherries and tops it off with a cinnamon-streusel crumble. Perfect for brunch, dessert, or tea time, and of course, it pairs wonderfully with coffee.

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 3/4 cup salted butter, softened
• 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 3/4 cup milk
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• Cooking spray
• 2 (21-ounce) cans cherry pie filling

For the Streusel:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup salted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

For the Icing:

• 2 cups confectioners' sugar
• 1/4 cup salted butter, melted
• 3 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Steps to Make It

Prepare the Cake:

1. Gather the Ingredients:

   • Ensure all ingredients are ready to go.

2. Preheat and Prep:

   • Preheat oven to 350 F.
   • Spray a 9-x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray, ensuring the sides and bottom are well coated.

3. Mix the Batter:

   • In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, or using a hand mixer, beat the butter and sugar on medium-high speed until light and fluffy.
   • Beat in the eggs one at a time until each is incorporated.
   • Mix in the vanilla extract, sour cream, and milk until just combined.
   • Add the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix on medium-low until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
   • Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer.

4. Add Cherry Pie Filling:

   • Evenly pour the cherry pie filling over the top of the cake batter.

Prepare the Streusel:

1. Gather the Ingredients:

   • Ensure all ingredients are ready.

2. Mix Streusel:

   • In a medium bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, melted butter, cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
   • Use a rubber spatula or your hands to mix until a crumbly texture forms.
   • Evenly distribute the streusel over the cherry pie filling.

3. Bake:

   • Bake until the streusel is browned, cherry juices are bubbling, and a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out with a few moist crumbs, about 50 minutes to 1 hour.

Prepare the Icing:

1. Gather the Ingredients:

   • Ensure all ingredients are ready.

2. Mix Icing:

   • In a medium bowl, whisk together the confectioners' sugar, melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.

3. Finish Cake:

   • Let the cake cool slightly for about 10 minutes.
   • Drizzle the icing over the top.
   • Slice and serve.

Tips for Moist Coffee Cake

• Using sour cream in the batter helps to keep the coffee cake moist.
• Store the coffee cake in an airtight container to retain moisture.

How to Store

• Room Temperature: Store in a plastic storage container for up to 3 days.
• Refrigerator: Store for up to 6 days.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

• Calories: 723
• Fat: 27g
• Carbs: 112g
• Protein: 8g

Enjoy this delicious cherry coffee cake as a delightful addition to your brunch table or as a sweet treat with your favorite cup of coffee!