This yogurt coffee cake is a moist, flavorful treat perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack. The tangy yogurt adds richness and depth, while the cinnamon and walnut topping brings a lovely crunch and warmth. It’s simple to make and will fill your home with a delicious aroma as it bakes.
Things are Perfect the Way They Are
Did you know that I don't
have any wishes to put in this
world because the world is
perfect the way it is.
Rainbows have perfect colors
so I think that rainbows are
perfect the way they are.
Houses have perfect shelter
so I think houses are
perfect the way they are.
Blankets are warm and
cozy so I think blankets are
perfect the way they are.
Teddy bears help me go to sleep
so I think teddy bears are
perfect the way they are.
The world is a safe place to
live so I think the world is
perfect the way it is.
You are special the way
you are so you are you
and that is...PERFECT!
© Anna Goodman, (Dec. 2007)
Here's Anna's favorite coffee cake.
It's perfect just the way it is.
Recipe: Yogurt Coffee Cake
Serves: 12
Ingredients
1 cup firmly packed golden brown sugar
1 cup chopped walnuts (or pecans)
1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
1½ cups flour
1½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon soda
½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
1½ cups sugar
3 large eggs
1 cup plain yogurt (or sour cream)
1½ teaspoons vanilla
1 cup chopped walnuts (or pecans)
1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
1½ cups flour
1½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon soda
½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
1½ cups sugar
3 large eggs
1 cup plain yogurt (or sour cream)
1½ teaspoons vanilla
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour your chosen baking pan. You can use a bundt pan, brownie pan, or loaf pan.
- Prepare the Topping: In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar, chopped walnuts (or pecans), and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and baking soda.
- Make the Cake Batter: In a stand mixer, beat the butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the yogurt and vanilla. Then, gradually add the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Assemble the Cake: Spoon half of the batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle half of the brown sugar-nut mixture over the batter and swirl it into the batter. Spoon the remaining batter on top, and sprinkle the remaining brown sugar mixture over the top.
- Bake the Cake: Bake for about 1 hour or until a tester comes out clean. The exact time may vary depending on the size and shape of the pan you're using.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool before serving. This cake is delicious warm or at room temperature.
Tasting Notes:
The yogurt keeps this coffee cake moist and tender, while the cinnamon-sugar-walnut topping adds a perfect sweet, nutty crunch. It’s simple but delicious, with just the right amount of sweetness to pair perfectly with your coffee or tea.
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