Best 6 Old Fashioned German Coffee Cake Recipes

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Old-fashioned German coffee cake, with its delectable crumb topping and sweet yeast dough, is a timeless classic that has been enjoyed for generations. This beloved breakfast treat, also known as Kaffeekuchen, originated in Germany and has become a staple in many cultures worldwide. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the process of creating an unforgettable old-fashioned German coffee cake that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

OLD-FASHIONED GERMAN COFFEE CAKE



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"'MY mom served this moist coffee cake every Sunday after church, but the peach topping was reserved for special occasions, like when company came,' Dad says. 'Usually, she simply sprinkled sugar and cinnamon on top.'"

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 2 coffee cakes.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon active dry yeast
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
1/3 cup shortening
1/2 cup sugar
1 large egg, beaten
3-1/2 to 4 cups all-purpose flour, divided
1/2 cup warm whole milk (80°-90°)
TOPPING:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup shortening
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Pinch salt
2 cans (15-1/4 ounces each) sliced peaches, drained

Steps:

  • For cake, dissolve yeast and 1 tablespoon sugar in water. Let stand 5 minutes. In a large bowl, combine shortening, sugar and egg. Gradually mix in 2 cups flour, milk and yeast mixture. Add enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. Turn out onto a floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place dough in a greased bowl, turning to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. Punch dough down. Divide in half and press each half into a greased 11x7-in. baking pan. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour. Combine all topping ingredients except peaches. Sprinkle over dough. Top with peach slices. Bake at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts :

OLD-FASHIONED COFFEE CAKE



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"I have many buttermilk recipes, and this one brings back the flavor of old fashioned homemade doughnuts," says Rita Reifenstein of Evans City, Pennsylvania. Spiced with nutmeg, slices of the tasty cake are even more tempting served with a dollop of whipped cream.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup butter, softened
1-1/4 cups sugar, divided
1 large egg
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1-1/2 teaspoons ground nutmeg, divided
1 cup buttermilk

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, cream butter and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and 1 teaspoon nutmeg; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk. Pour into a greased 9-in. square baking pan (batter will be thick). , Combine the remaining sugar and nutmeg; sprinkle over batter. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 324mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

GERMAN COFFEE CAKE



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This was passed down to me by my Mother-In-Law 48 years ago, as it has been through several generations now. This is a most requested recipe for every family gathering. Takes a while to make due to the rising times, and it does make a lot, but freezes well. I use 7 round cake pans however you can use any shape or size pan. I weigh out 16 ounces of dough for each round cake pan. Very worth while the time it takes. Using fresh flour and yeast will give you excellent results.

Provided by chefpan

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 3h15m

Yield 7 cakes, 36 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons yeast
2 cups potato water or 2 cups warm water
1 cup boiled mashed potatoes
make sure your liquids are cooled to 120 - 130 f before adding to yeast
1 1/2 tablespoons salt
2 cups milk (boiled and cooled)
1 cup butter, melted
11 cups flour
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon lemon extract
1/4 cup butter
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup milk
3 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • First Step.
  • Mix this and let set for 10 minutes.
  • Then add second step to this.
  • Knead and let this raise.
  • Third Step.
  • Divide dough into your greased pans and let raise again.
  • Fourth Step.
  • Melt more butter, spread over tops of raised cakes and sprinkle with cinnamon/sugar mixture before butter runs down.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes or until done.
  • Fifth Step.
  • Make sauce for baked cakes.
  • Boil until about as thick as cream. Spread hot sauce over hot baked cakes and sprinkle with more cinnamon/sugar on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.2, Fat 8.4, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 22, Sodium 382.6, Carbohydrate 42.4, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 11.3, Protein 5

OLD-FASHIONED GERMAN COFFEE CAKE



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My mom served this moist coffee cake every Sunday after church, but the peach topping was reserved for special occasions, like when company came. Usually she simply sprinkled sugar and cinnamon on top.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 50m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 (0.6 ounce) cakes compressed yeast cake, crumbled
1 tablespoon sugar
½ cup warm water (80 to 90 degrees F)
⅓ cup shortening, melted
½ cup sugar
1 egg, beaten
3 ½ cups all-purpose flour, divided
½ cup warm milk (80 to 90 degrees F)
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ cup packed brown sugar
½ cup sugar
¼ cup shortening
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 pinch Pinch salt
2 (16 ounce) cans peaches in heavy syrup, drained

Steps:

  • Dissolve yeast and 1 tablespoon sugar in water; let stand 5 minutes. In a large mixing bowl, combine shortening, sugar and egg. Gradually mix in 2 cups flour, milk and yeast mixture. Add enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. Turn out onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place dough in a greased bowl, turning to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. Punch dough down. Divide in half; press each half into a greased 11-in. x 7-in. baking pan. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour. For topping, combine flour, sugars, shortening, vanilla and salt; sprinkle over dough. Arrange peaches on top. Bake at 375 degrees F for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260 calories, Carbohydrate 47.1 g, Cholesterol 9.8 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 19.3 mg, Sugar 24.7 g

OLD-FASHIONED COFFEE CAKE



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Make and share this Old-Fashioned Coffee Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by eline.kleinjan

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 15 cuts, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups all-purpose flour (500ml)
1 cup granulated sugar (250ml)
2 teaspoons baking powder (10ml)
1/4 teaspoon salt (1ml)
1/2 cup butter (125ml)
1 large egg
3/4 cup milk (175ml)
19 ounces cherry pie filling
1 cup brown sugar (250ml)
1 cup all-purpose flour (250ml)
1/2 cup butter (125ml)

Steps:

  • Measure first 4 ingredients into large bowl. Stir. Cut butter into mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Make a well in the centre.
  • Add egg and milk to well. Stir until just moistened. Spread in greased 9 x 13 inch (22 x 33cm) baking pan.
  • Carefully spread pie filling on top.
  • TOPPING: Combine brown sugar and flour in small bowl. Cut butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle over pie fliiling. Bake in 375F (190C) oven for about 40 minutes until top is golden and filling bubbles at edges. Let stand for 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1353.8, Fat 49.9, SaturatedFat 30.8, Cholesterol 174.9, Sodium 814.3, Carbohydrate 216, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 103.6, Protein 13.8

OLD FASHIONED COFFEE CAKE WITH CINNAMON-STREUSEL TOPPING



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Reminiscent of a pound cake, this deliciously moist and buttery coffee cake is anything but dry! Between the cinnamon swirl layer and the generous amount of streusel topping, every bite is a perfect combination of flavor and texture. You can probably whip up this easy and affordable dessert without having to make a special trip to the store.

Provided by NicoleMcmom

Categories     Coffee Cake

Time 1h35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 17

¾ cup brown sugar
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
1 ½ cups white sugar
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3 large eggs
¾ cup milk
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish; set aside.
  • Prepare cinnamon layer by stirring brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon together in a small bowl until well combined; set aside.
  • Prepare streusel topping by combining brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and salt in a small bowl. Add butter and stir with a fork until mixture is crumbly; set aside.
  • Prepare cake by whisking together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
  • Beat sugar and butter in a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment on medium speed until fluffy, about 3 minutes. Scrape the sides of the bowl, then turn the mixer on low speed and beat in eggs until well blended. Gradually mix in flour mixture and milk. Add sour cream and vanilla and beat for 30 seconds.
  • Pour 1/2 of the batter into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the cinnamon layer over the batter, then pour the remaining batter over top. Spread streusel topping evenly over the cake, pressing very lightly so it adheres to the batter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 40 to 50 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool completely before serving, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 675.4 calories, Carbohydrate 97.6 g, Cholesterol 116.9 mg, Fat 28.3 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 19.3 g, Sodium 245.8 mg

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, high-quality ingredients will result in a better-tasting coffee cake. Use real butter, not margarine, and use fresh eggs and milk.
  • 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 cake.
  • Gradually add the eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. This will help to prevent the batter from curdling.
  • Stir in the dry ingredients gradually: Add the dry ingredients in three additions, alternating with the milk. This will help to prevent the batter from becoming lumpy.
  • Bake the coffee cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This will ensure that the cake is cooked through.
  • Let the coffee cake cool slightly before serving: This will help to prevent the cake from crumbling.
  • Dust the coffee cake with powdered sugar before serving: This will add a touch of sweetness and elegance.

Conclusion:

Old-fashioned German coffee cake is a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast or brunch treat. With its tender crumb, streusel topping, and sweet glaze, it's sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you're looking for a special treat, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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