Best 3 Herman Coffee Cake Recipes
Herman coffee cake is a delicious and simple coffee cake that is perfect for any occasion. It has a moist, crumbly texture and a sweet, buttery flavor that is sure to please everyone. This classic recipe has been passed down through generations and is a favorite among coffee cake lovers everywhere. Read on to discover the best recipe for Herman coffee cake and learn how to make this delicious treat in your own kitchen.
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HERMAN COFFEE CAKE STARTER AND BREAD
This delicious cake (and starter) should be shared with friends, who in turn share with their friends ... and on and on. Thus, often called a "Friendship Cake", it fills the house with an irresistible aroma and makes a lovely present for any Holiday. Although it takes about 3 weeks for the Starter to be ready to use, feeding Herman is very quick and easy. This recipe was given to me by a friend over 30 years ago, and I still enjoy sharing this Herman Cake & Starter (including recipe). Prep. time does not include making the Starter the very first time.
Provided by BeachGirl
Categories Quick Breads
Time 1h15m
Yield 1 bundt cake, 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- STARTER: Stir Ingredients together, mixing well, in a gallon container.
- Cover tightly and refrigerate.
- Feed Herman the same 3 Starter ingredients (above) every 5 days for a total of 4 times (20 days).
- Stir Herman daily.
- When you are ready to bake a Herman Cake, you should have about eight cups of starter.
- Bake Herman cake (recipe below) on the 25th day from the first feeding.
- ***Keep your own starter growing, use some to bake a Herman Cake, and give some to friends.
- ***SHARING YOUR STARTER: If someone gives you a cup of Herman Starter, you must feed it for 10 days before you bake with it.
- Day 1: Feed Starter with 1/2 cup sugar, 1 cup flour, and 1 cup milk.
- Stir, cover and refrigerate.
- Day 2-4: Stir.
- Leave in refrigerator.
- Day 5: Feed Starter again with 1/2 cup sugar, 1 cup flour, and 1 cup milk.
- Stir, cover and refrigerate.
- Day 6-9: Stir.
- Leave in refrigerator.
- ***Herman should now be about 4 cups: use 2 cups to bake, give 1 cup to friend, and keep 1 cup to grow more Starter.
- ***Day 10: MAKE HERMAN CAKE AS FOLLOWS: Mix all Herman Cake ingredients together, along with 2 cups of Herman Starter, and pour into a greased/floured bundt pan.
- Sprinkle top with Topping mixture.
- Bake 350 degrees for 40-45 minutes.
- Or use a 15x19-2" pan and bake 325 degrees for 30-35 minutes.
- TOPPING MIXTURE: Mix together all Topping ingredients and sprinkle over cake BEFORE baking.
- GLAZE: Mix all Glaze ingredients together and cook for 5 minutes.
- Pour over top of hot baked Herman Cake.
MOIST HERMAN COFFEE CAKE
A sourdough spiced coffee cake, also known as an Amish Friendship Cake.
Provided by Autumn
Categories Desserts Cakes Coffee Cake Recipes
Yield 36
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- To Make Starter: Mix 2 cups flour, 1/4 cup sugar, 2 cups warm water, 1/4 ounce yeast in a bowl, cover and let stand over night (cover should be loose). Refrigerate and stir daily. On fifth day feed Herman one cup flour, 1 cup milk and 1/2 cup sugar; stir and refrigerate. Stir daily until 10th day. On 10th day remove 1 cup starter and feed as on fifth day.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease four 8 inch pans or three 9 inch pans.
- Mix together 1 cup starter, white sugar, self rising flour, salt, 2 teaspoons cinnamon, oil, eggs, raisins, 1 cup chopped nuts, honey (optional). Stir until combined. Pour into prepared pans. Top with sugar-nut topping.
- Dot with 1/2 cup butter or margarine and bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 15 minutes. Remove cakes from oven and pour glaze over still-warm cakes.
- To Make Sugar-Nut Topping: Mix together 1 cup brown sugar, 1 teaspoon flour, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/4 cup chopped nuts.
- To Make Glaze: Combine 1 cup sifted confectioners' sugar, 2 tablespoons melted margarine, 2 tablespoons milk. Use immediately to glaze cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 204.3 calories, Carbohydrate 27.1 g, Cholesterol 18.9 mg, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 151.4 mg, Sugar 18.4 g
HERMAN COFFEE CAKE
This cake like bread is the perfect accompaniment to your morning cup of coffee. It uses Herman sweet sourdough starter.
Provided by Sue
Categories Desserts Cakes Coffee Cake Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Bring Herman Starter to room temperature.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and lightly flour one 9x13 inch baking pan.
- Stir together Herman Starter, oil and beaten eggs.
- Stir together the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, salt and white sugar. Stir in nuts and raisins. Add the flour mixture to the egg mixture and stir well. Pour into the prepared pan and sprinkle with the topping.
- To Make Topping: Combine the 1 cup brown sugar, 3 tablespoons flour, 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Cut in 1/4 cup softened butter, until the mixture resembles very coarse crumbs.
- Bake in a preheated 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 to 40 minutes. While still hot pour glaze over the top and serve.
- To Make Glaze: In a small saucepan, melt 1/2 cup butter or margarine. Stir in the milk and 1 cup brown sugar. Bring to a boil and let boil for 3 minutes. Immediately pour over hot cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 407 calories, Carbohydrate 54.6 g, Cholesterol 20.9 mg, Fat 20.8 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 263.4 mg, Sugar 40.1 g
Tips:
- Choose ripe, flavorful fruit: The better the fruit, the better the coffee cake. Look for fruit that is sweet, juicy, and in season.
- Use high-quality ingredients: Don't skimp on the butter, flour, or sugar. Using high-quality ingredients will result in a better-tasting coffee cake.
- Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy: This will help to incorporate air into the batter, resulting in a lighter, more tender coffee cake.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition: This will help to prevent the batter from curdling.
- Gently fold in the dry ingredients: Do not overmix the batter, as this can result in a tough coffee cake.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan: Make sure the batter is spread evenly so that the coffee cake bakes evenly.
- Bake the coffee cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: The baking time will vary depending on the size and shape of the pan used.
- Let the coffee cake cool slightly before serving: This will help to prevent the coffee cake from falling apart.
Conclusion:
Hermann coffee cake is a delicious and easy-to-make coffee cake that is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. With its tender crumb, sweet and flavorful fruit, and crunchy streusel topping, this coffee cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're in the mood for a special treat, give Hermann coffee cake a try.
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