Best 4 Viennese Coffee Cake Recipes

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Viennese Coffee Cake is a classic pastry that has been enjoyed by people all over the world for centuries. This elegant cake is characterized by its rich, buttery crumb, delicate streusel topping, and sweet, nutty flavor. Whether you're looking for a special treat to serve at a brunch or coffee klatch, or you simply want to indulge in a delicious dessert, Viennese Coffee Cake is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Let's cook with our recipes!

VIENNESE PLUM CAKE



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"This is one of my husband's all-time favorite desserts," writes Lorraine Dyda from Rancho Palos Verdes in California. "The recipe was passed on to me by his mother, who was usually pretty hesitant to share recipes, but knew how much he loved this one. The cake is moist and tender with a streusel-like topping and is also good made with blueberries."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar, divided
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 cups sliced fresh or frozen plums (about 1-3/4 pounds fresh)
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
TOPPING:
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup cold butter, cubed
3 tablespoons chopped walnuts, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and 1/2 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture and mix well., Transfer to a greased 9-in. square baking dish. Top with plums. Combine cinnamon and remaining sugar; sprinkle over plums., For topping, in a small bowl, combine flour and sugar; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in walnuts if desired. Sprinkle over top., Bake at 350° for 50-55 minutes or until topping is golden brown and plums are tender. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 calories, Fat 17g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 87mg cholesterol, Sodium 234mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

VIENNESE COFFEE



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This isn't your regular cup of Joe! Dress it up with chocolate, whipped cream and more, making it a drink to savor! -Sharon Delaney-Chronis, South Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 3h10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups strong brewed coffee
3 tablespoons chocolate syrup
1 teaspoon sugar
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup creme de cacao or Irish cream liqueur
Whipped cream and chocolate curls, optional

Steps:

  • In a 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker, combine the coffee, chocolate syrup and sugar. Cover and cook on low for 2-1/2 hours. , Stir in heavy cream and creme de cacao. Cover and cook 30 minutes longer or until heated through. , Ladle coffee into mugs. Garnish with whipped cream and chocolate curls if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 7g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 18mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

VIENNESE COFFEE



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Make and share this Viennese Coffee recipe from Food.com.

Provided by barefootmommawv

Categories     Beverages

Time 8h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup whipping cream, divided
1 teaspoon powdered sugar
1 (3 ounce) semisweet chocolate
3 cups freshly brewed strong hot coffee
1/4 cup Creme de Cacao (optional) or 1/4 cup irish cream (optional)

Steps:

  • Chill bowl, beaters and cream before whipping. Place 2/3 cup cream and sugar in chilled bowl. Beat with electric mixer at high speed until soft peaks form. Do not overbeat. Cover and refrigerate up to 8 hours. If mixture separates slightly after refrigeration, whisk lightly with wire whisk.
  • To form chocolate shavings for garnish, make short, quick strokes across chocolate with vegetable peeler; set aside. Break remaining chocolate into pieces.
  • Place remaining 1/3 cup cream in heavy small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat. Add chocolate pieces; cover and remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes or until chocolate is melted; stir until smooth. Add coffee to chocolate mixture. Heat over low heat just until bubbles form around edge of pan and coffee is heated through, stirring frequently. Remove from heat; stir in creme de cacao, if desired. Pour into 4 warm mugs. Top each mug with whipped cream. Garnish with chocolate shavings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316, Fat 33.2, SaturatedFat 20.6, Cholesterol 81.5, Sodium 31.3, Carbohydrate 8.6, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 0.9, Protein 4.2

VIENNESE COFFEE



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Categories     Coffee     Milk/Cream     Hot Drink     Non-Alcoholic     Chocolate     Brunch     Winter     Cinnamon     Bon Appétit     Drink     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield 12 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

3/4 cup whipping cream
12 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
12 cups freshly brewed coffee
Whipped cream
Ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Bring 3/4 cup cream to simmer in large saucepan. Reduce heat to low. Add chocolate and stir until melted and smooth. Gradually whisk in coffee. Ladle coffee mixture into cups. Top with dollops of whipped cream. Sprinkle cream with cinnamon and serve.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor and texture. The nuts, butter, sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract are all important ingredients that contribute to the overall taste of the cake.
  • Use a food processor or blender to grind the nuts until they are very fine. This will help them distribute evenly throughout the cake batter.
  • Don't overmix the cake batter. Overmixing can cause the cake to be tough and dense.
  • Bake the cake in a greased and floured bundt pan. This will help the cake to rise evenly and prevent it from sticking.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely before inverting it onto a serving plate. This will help to prevent the cake from breaking.
  • Dust the cake with powdered sugar before serving. This will give the cake a beautiful finishing touch.

Conclusion:

Viennese coffee cake is a delicious and elegant cake that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The combination of nuts, butter, sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract creates a rich and flavorful cake that is sure to please everyone. So next time you are looking for a special treat, be sure to give Viennese coffee cake a try!

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