Sure, let’s dive into making a delectable Chocolate Chip Coffee Cake that’s perfect for any occasion, whether it’s breakfast, dessert, or a sweet treat for the kids! 🍫☕️
Chocolate Chip Coffee Cake Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 3/4 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup butter
- 2 cups sugar
- 4 eggs
- 16 ounces sour cream
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 4 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. This ensures that your coffee cake bakes evenly and to perfection.
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Prepare Pan: Grease a tube or bundt pan generously to prevent sticking. This step is crucial for easy removal of the coffee cake once it’s baked.
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Prepare Topping: In a small bowl, combine the white sugar, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Mix them well to create a flavorful topping for your coffee cake. Set this aside for later use.
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Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, sugar, eggs, sour cream, and vanilla extract until well combined. This usually takes about 2 minutes, and you’ll want a smooth and creamy consistency.
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Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda to the creamed mixture. Beat the ingredients together until they are fully incorporated, creating a thick batter with a smooth texture. This usually takes another 2 minutes of mixing.
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Layer Batter: Spread a small amount of the prepared topping and a few chocolate chips into the bottom of the greased tube or bundt pan. This adds a delicious crunchy layer to the bottom of your coffee cake.
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Layering: Pour about one-third of the batter into the pan, spreading it evenly over the topping layer. Sprinkle a generous amount of the topping mixture and some chocolate chips over the batter.
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Repeat Layers: Continue layering the batter, topping, and chocolate chips until all the ingredients are used, ending with a final layer of batter on top. This layering technique creates a beautifully marbled effect in the finished coffee cake.
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Bake: Place the prepared pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The aroma of cinnamon and chocolate will fill your kitchen as the coffee cake bakes to golden perfection.
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Cool and Serve: Once baked, allow the coffee cake to cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes. Then, carefully invert it onto a serving plate to reveal the stunning layers of cinnamon-scented goodness. Slice and serve this irresistible Chocolate Chip Coffee Cake warm or at room temperature.
This recipe yields a moist and flavorful coffee cake with a perfect balance of sweetness from the chocolate chips and cinnamon. It’s sure to become a family favorite and a go-to recipe for any special occasion or holiday celebration. Enjoy every delicious bite! 🍰☕️
