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Recipe: Fruit Filled Coffee Cake 🍰
Description: This delightful Fruit Filled Coffee Cake recipe has been a cherished gem since the time it was shared with me by a dear friend from a former workplace. Over the years, it has become my go-to treat for office meetings and gatherings, always met with eager anticipation and disappearing in no time. What makes this coffee cake truly versatile and exciting is the option to customize the fruit filling, allowing for endless flavor variations. Whether you opt for classic apple, tangy cherry, or a creative mix of both, this coffee cake is guaranteed to be a hit!
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Servings: 24
- Yield: 1 coffee cake
Ingredients:
Quantity | Ingredient |
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1/2 cup | Butter |
1 3/4 cups | Margarine |
4 cups | Sugar |
3 | Eggs |
2 cups | Flour |
1/2 teaspoon | Baking powder |
1 teaspoon | Salt |
1 teaspoon | Vanilla |
Fruit Filling:
- Choose your favorite pie filling (e.g., apple, cherry, or a combination of both)
Optional:
- Powdered sugar icing for frosting
Instructions:
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Prepare the Batter:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together the butter (or margarine) and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to ensure a smooth batter.
- Gradually incorporate the flour, baking powder, salt, and vanilla, mixing until all ingredients are well combined. Set aside.
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Assemble the Coffee Cake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Lightly spray a 10x15x1-inch cookie sheet with cooking spray, ensuring it has at least 1-inch sides.
- Spread about half of the prepared batter evenly onto the prepared cookie sheet.
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Add the Fruit Filling:
- Spoon your chosen pie filling over the layer of batter, ensuring even coverage across the surface.
- Carefully spread the remaining half of the batter over the fruit filling, making sure to cover most of the fruit.
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Bake:
- Place the assembled coffee cake in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Cool and Serve:
- Once baked, remove the coffee cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan on a wire rack for a few minutes.
- Optionally, frost the cooled coffee cake with powdered sugar icing for added sweetness and decoration.
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Enjoy!:
- Slice the coffee cake into squares or slices and serve warm or at room temperature. Watch as it disappears within moments, leaving everyone craving for more!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 159.8
- Fat Content: 4.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 2.7g
- Cholesterol Content: 41.2mg
- Sodium Content: 124.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 26.7g
- Fiber Content: 0.4g
- Sugar Content: 14.7g
- Protein Content: 2.7g
Recipe Notes:
- This coffee cake is incredibly versatile and can be customized with your favorite fruit fillings.
- Experiment with different combinations of fruits for unique flavor profiles.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer preservation. Just ensure to reheat slices before serving for the best taste and texture.
- Perfect for breakfast, brunch, potlucks, or any occasion where you want to impress with a delicious homemade treat!