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Butter-Crumb Coffee Cake Recipe

Preparation Time: 35 minutes
Cooking Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour and 35 minutes
Servings: 12

Ingredients:

For the Crumb Topping:

• 2/3 cup light brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped

For the Cake:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2/3 cup light brown sugar
• 6 tablespoons butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup low-fat vanilla yogurt

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Prepare a 9-inch springform pan by coating it with cooking spray.

3. Prepare the Crumb Topping:

   • In a bowl, mix together the light brown sugar, ground allspice, ground nutmeg, all-purpose flour, and salt.
   • Work in the unsalted butter with your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse meal.
   • Stir in the chopped walnuts.

4. Prepare the Cake Batter:

   • In a small bowl, soften the dried cranberries in boiling water, cover, and let sit for 10 minutes. Then, drain and finely chop them.
   • In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
   • In a clean mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Then, beat in the light brown sugar and vanilla extract for about 2 minutes or until fluffy.
   • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
   • Working in batches, beat in the low-fat vanilla yogurt alternating with the flour mixture.
   • Finally, fold in the chopped cranberries.

5. Assemble and Bake:

   • Scrape the prepared cake batter into the greased springform pan.
   • Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the batter.
   • Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 60 minutes, or until the cake is puffed, the top is nicely browned, and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out dry.

6. Cool and Serve:

   • Let the cake cool in the pan for about 15 minutes.
   • Remove the side of the springform pan and cut the cake into wedges.
   • Serve the Butter-Crumb Coffee Cake slightly warm and enjoy the deliciousness!

This delectable coffee cake is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a brunch, enjoying an afternoon treat, or just craving something sweet with your morning coffee. The buttery crumb topping adds a delightful crunch, while the moist cake bursting with cranberries offers a burst of fruity flavor in every bite. So, gather your ingredients and let’s bake up a batch of this irresistible Butter-Crumb Coffee Cake to share with loved ones! 🥳