Marbled Coffee Cake

Marbled Coffee Cake Recipe

Introduction

Indulge in a slice of heaven with this Marbled Coffee Cake! Perfect for brunch or as a delightful dessert, this coffee cake combines the richness of walnuts and the warmth of cinnamon in a moist, buttery cake. Topped with a sweet glaze, it’s sure to be a hit with family and friends. Let’s get baking!

Ingredients

For the Streusel:

• Cooking spray
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup walnuts (3 ounces), coarsely chopped
• 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 8 tablespoons (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cubed

For the Cake:

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 4 large eggs
• 3/4 cup canola oil, or melted and cooled unsalted butter
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

For the Glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons whole milk

Directions

1. Prepare the Oven and Pan

Arrange a rack in the middle of the oven and preheat it to 350°F. Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with a parchment paper sling that hangs over the two long sides. Coat with cooking spray and set aside.

2. Make the Streusel

In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, walnuts, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Incorporate the chilled, cubed butter with your fingertips until you have small- to medium-sized lumps and none of the flour-sugar mixture remains dry. Set aside.

3. Make the Cake

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add the eggs, oil or melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract. Mix with an electric hand mixer on medium speed until smooth, about 3 minutes.

4. Assemble the Cake

Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan and spread it into an even layer. Sprinkle half of the streusel over the batter. Pour the remaining batter evenly over the top, then distribute the remaining streusel over the top.

5. Bake the Cake

Bake the cake until it is lightly browned and springs back when gently pressed with a finger, about 30 to 40 minutes. Let the cake cool on a wire rack for 15 minutes. Using the parchment paper sling, remove the cake from the pan and let it cool completely before glazing.

6. Glaze the Cake

In a small bowl, stir together the powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake. Wait 10 minutes for the glaze to harden before cutting and serving.

Additional Information

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 30-40 minutes
• Total Time: 50-60 minutes
• Calories: 450 per serving
• Servings: 12

Conclusion

This Marbled Coffee Cake is a delightful addition to any occasion. Its tender crumb, crunchy streusel, and sweet glaze make it irresistible. Whether you enjoy it with a morning coffee or as an afternoon treat, it’s sure to please. Happy baking!

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