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almond coffe cake

Almond Coffee Cake

This almond coffee cake is a moist delight, topped with a buttery brown sugar almond crumb streusel. Perfect for brunch or a sweet snack, every bite is a burst of almond flavor!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 409

Ingredients
  

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup crème fraîche
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup sliced almonds (for topping)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch round pan and line with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, mix sugar, melted butter, and crème fraîche until well-combined.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Stir in almond extract.
  6. Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  7. Pour into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  8. Sprinkle sliced almonds on top.
  9. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  10. Allow to cool for a few minutes before lifting out of the pan to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Nutrition Information Source: Data from USDA FoodData Central, estimated where needed Values are approximate and may vary based on specific brands and preparation methods.