Kahlua Swirl Cake
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Description: Make and share this delightful Kahlua Swirl Cake recipe from lovewithrecipes.com. Perfect for any dessert lover, this cake combines the rich flavor of Kahlua with a delicious streusel filling, making it a showstopper at any gathering.
Recipe Category: Dessert
Keywords: Kahlua, cake, dessert, swirl cake, rich flavors
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1/3 cup | Brown sugar |
| 1/3 cup | Pecans, chopped |
| 1/4 tsp | Cinnamon |
| 1/4 tsp | Mace |
| 2 cups | All-purpose flour |
| 1 tsp | Baking powder |
| 1 tsp | Baking soda |
| 1/2 tsp | Salt |
| 1/2 tsp | Mace |
| 1/2 cup | Butter, softened |
| 1 cup | Sugar |
| 2 | Eggs |
| 1 tsp | Vanilla extract |
| 1 cup | Sour cream |
| 1/2 cup | Kahlua |
| 1 cup | Powdered sugar |
| 1/4 cup | Butter, melted |
| 1/4 cup | Kahlua (for glaze) |
| Pecan halves | For garnish |
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 625.7 |
| Total Fat | 23.9 g |
| Saturated Fat | 12.7 g |
| Cholesterol | 100.5 mg |
| Sodium | 519.2 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 86.3 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g |
| Sugars | 60.6 g |
| Protein | 6.1 g |
Instructions
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Prepare the Pan: Begin by greasing and flouring a 9-inch fluted tube pan to ensure your cake releases easily after baking.
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Make the Streusel Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, chopped pecans, cinnamon, and mace. Set aside this delightful mixture for layering in your cake.
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Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C), allowing it to reach the desired temperature while you prepare the batter.
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Resift Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, resift the all-purpose flour along with the baking powder, baking soda, salt, and mace to ensure an even distribution of leavening agents.
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Mix the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine softened butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat this mixture for 2 minutes at medium speed until well combined; the batter may appear slightly curdled.
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Blend in Dry Ingredients: On the lowest speed, alternately blend the resifted flour mixture with the sour cream and Kahlua until just combined.
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Layer the Batter: Pour one-third of the batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle half of the streusel filling over the batter, then add another one-third of the batter on top, followed by the remaining streusel filling. Finally, top with the remaining batter.
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Bake the Cake: Place the cake in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes, or until it turns a golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Cool the Cake: Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it stand in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, carefully invert it onto a cake rack to cool until it reaches a lukewarm temperature.
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Prepare the Glaze: In a mixing bowl, combine the powdered sugar, melted butter, and Kahlua for the glaze. Beat until the mixture is smooth and pourable.
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Glaze the Cake: Once the cake has cooled slightly, spoon the glaze over the top, allowing it to dribble down the sides for a beautiful finish.
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Garnish: For an elegant touch, garnish with pecan halves atop the glazed cake before serving.
Enjoy this indulgent Kahlua Swirl Cake, a perfect balance of rich flavors and textures, making it an ultimate dessert to impress your family and friends!
