TUSCAN-STYLE COFFEECAKE

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This recipe is from The King Arthur Flour Company. I ordered the European-style artisan flour and it was on the back of the package. Very yummy. I am making it for the second time and, trust me, small slices will be very satisfying.

Provided by Healthy Debbie

Categories     Breads

Time 2h15m

Yield 1 loaf, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

bread dough
1 cup water
3 tablespoons water
3 3/4 cups european-style artisan bread flour
1/4 cup butter (unsalted)
1 large egg
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons instant yeast
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
nut and dried fruit filling
1 cup toasted walnuts, coarsely chopped
3/4 cup chopped dates
3/4 cup golden raisin
sugar, topping
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspooon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons water

Steps:

  • Combine the dough ingredients, mixing and kneading to form a smooth supple dough. Place the dough in a bowl, cover, and let it rise abouit 1 hour.
  • For the nut and dried fruit fillling: mix 1 cup toasted walnuts, coarsely chopped. 3/4 cup raisins, 3/4 cup golden raisins.
  • Gently deflate the dough and knead in the nuts and fruit. Shape the dough into a flat ball, and place it in a 9-ionch round pan. Cover the pan and allow the loaf to rise for 30 minutes or till it barely crests over the top of the pan.
  • Combine the sugar, vanilla, and water. Drizzle over the top of the risen bread. Bake the bread in a preheated 350-degree over for 35-45 minutes, until it's golden brown and the internal temperature registers 190 degrees. Remove it from the oven, wait 5 minutes, then carefully turn it out of the pan. Allow it to cool before cutting.Yield: 1 round loaf.

David Siwale
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Give this recipe a try, you won't regret it!


Sadek Khan
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You won't be disappointed if you try this recipe.


Saadi Ahmad0453
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I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves coffee cake.


Irfan Saleem
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This coffee cake is perfect for any occasion.


We Do It Outdoors
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.


Nazmul Ahmed
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I'm not a big fan of orange, so I used lemon zest instead. It was still delicious.


Keith Sacht
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This cake is also delicious served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.


Throne of Grace International Ministry
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I used a gluten-free flour blend and the cake still turned out great.


Shahid Imran
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I added some chopped walnuts to the crumb topping and it was amazing!


Sannan Qadri
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy coffee cake. The crumb topping is especially good.


Cake Ice
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Muneeb Alam
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This coffee cake is absolutely delicious! The orange and almond flavors are perfect together, and the crumb topping is to die for.


Yamen Haddad
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Not bad! I liked the crumb topping, but the cake itself was a bit bland for my taste.


Msrawy 555
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This is my new favorite coffee cake recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. The crumb topping is the best part.


Elloo Adam
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This cake was a bit too dry for my taste. I think I might have overmixed the batter. But the flavors were good, and the crumb topping was delicious.


Abrar Jahin
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I've made this coffee cake several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make and the results are always consistent. The crumb topping is especially delicious, and I love the way it browns in the oven.


XAVIER RAMOS
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This Tuscan-style coffee cake is a delightful treat! The crumb topping adds a crunchy texture that complements the soft and fluffy cake perfectly. The flavors of orange and almond are subtle but noticeable, giving the cake a sophisticated taste. I se