Cowboy Coffee Cake Recipe
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Category: Breads
Servings: 18
Yield: 2 cakes
Rating: ★★★★★ (3 reviews)
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 2 1/2 cups |
| Salt | 1/2 tsp |
| Brown sugar | 2 cups |
| Shortening | 2/3 cup |
| Baking powder | 2 tsp |
| Baking soda | 1/2 tsp |
| Ground cinnamon | 1/2 tsp |
| Ground nutmeg | 1/2 tsp |
| Eggs | 2 large |
| Ground cinnamon (for topping) | 1 tsp |
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 262.1 kcal |
| Total Fat | 10.7 g |
| Saturated Fat | 2.6 g |
| Cholesterol | 24.9 mg |
| Sodium | 188.5 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 38.9 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g |
| Sugars | 24.5 g |
| Protein | 3.6 g |
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, brown sugar, and shortening. Use a pastry cutter or fork to mix until the ingredients resemble coarse crumbs.
- Set aside 1/2 cup of the crumb mixture for the topping.
- To the remaining crumbs, add baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix well to ensure the spices are evenly distributed.
- Beat in the milk and eggs, stirring until the batter is smooth and well combined.
- Grease and flour two 8x8x2-inch baking pans. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
- Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture on top of the batter, followed by a generous sprinkling of cinnamon and any nuts you’d like to include (optional).
- Bake in a preheated 375°F (190°C) oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool slightly before serving, perfect for breakfast or a mid-morning snack.
This simple yet delicious Cowboy Coffee Cake is perfect for large gatherings, or when you need a sweet, satisfying treat for breakfast or brunch. The rich, crumbly texture paired with the spiced cinnamon topping makes it an irresistible choice for any occasion.
