Coffee Pound Cake Recipe: Discover the Perfect Slice!
A delightful coffee pound cake that is moist, rich, and bursting with coffee flavor, perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Admin
- Prep Time: 20-30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60-70 minutes
- Total Time: 80-100 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf (approximately 12 slices) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup brewed coffee, cooled
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans), 1/2 cup chocolate chips, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then add the cooled brewed coffee and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing gently until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use high-quality coffee for the best flavor.
- Optional add-ins can enhance the cake’s texture and flavor.
- Check for doneness at the 50-minute mark to avoid overbaking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 1/12 of the cake)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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