Tag Archives: coffee cake

Chocolate Chip Coffee Cake

Posted on by

It has always baffled me as to why there are not more chocolate breakfast recipes. I suppose it’s because it’s not good to admit to eating chocolate in the morning? But to me it only makes sense. Coffee and chocolate are natural compliments in flavor and they even say dark chocolate is healthy! So by that reasoning, you can have cake with chocolate in it in the morning and still call it a complete breakfast! Right?!? (Hey, if Cocoa Puffs is part of a complete breakfast then chocolate chip coffee cake is too!) This coffee cake is super easy to … Continue reading →

Is it a Cake or is it a Muffin?

I saw this recipe today. It combines the flavors of a traditional coffee cake, with the size and convenience of a muffin. In my opinion, it’s the perfect breakfast on the go option. Make a bunch and eat them all week long! To make this recipe you’ll need: Nonstick cooking spray 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup shortening 1 8-ounce carton dairy sour cream (you can substitute plain yogurt if you’d like) 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup milk 1 beaten egg 1/4 cup packed brown sugar 1/4 cup … Continue reading →

Holiday Coffee Cake

The addition of dried fruit and nuts makes this coffee cake a perfect choice for your next holiday get together. Try it—the presentation is visually beautiful and the taste will wow you. For this recipe you’ll need: 1 package active dry yeast ¼ cup warm water (about 110 degrees) 1 stick of butter, melted and cooled 2 large eggs ½ teaspoon salt 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour For the filling: 2 Tablespoons butter or margarine ½ cup granulated sugar 1 Tablespoon pure vanilla extract ½ cup dark or golden raisins ½ cup chopped dried apricots ½ cup chopped almonds or … Continue reading →

Red Ribbon Coffee Cake

Posted on by

Here’s another great recipe developed by my dietitian friend. She enjoys cake just as much as the next girl, but is a whiz at cutting out extra calories and fat. This coffee cake is a great morning treat, but it’s delicious any time of the day! Red Ribbon Coffee Cake Streusel Topping: 2 Tablespoons margarine 1/3 cup flour 1/2 cup granulated or brown sugar (I use brown sugar) 2 Tablespoons walnuts, finely chopped (optional) Red Ribbon: 1 egg white 1/4 cup red preserves, jelly or jam Cake: 1 1/2 cup sifted all-purpose flour 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup brown … Continue reading →