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Strawberry Cheesecake Coffee Cake Recipe

Strawberry Cheesecake Coffee Cake Recipe


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  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 8 1x

Description

Creamy strawberry cheesecake coffee cake blends classic dessert flavors into one irresistible morning treat. Layers of tangy cream cheese, sweet strawberry swirls, and crumbly streusel topping create a delightful breakfast or brunch indulgence you’ll crave again and again.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup cream cheese
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries

Dairy and Binding Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg

Leavening and Flavor Enhancers:

  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and thoroughly grease a 9-inch square baking pan with butter or cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, creating a smooth base for the cake.
  3. Incorporate eggs one at a time into the butter mixture, ensuring each is fully blended before adding the next.
  4. Fold in sour cream, milk, and vanilla extract, mixing until the wet ingredients form a uniform, silky consistency.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon to create the dry ingredient mixture.
  6. Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture, stirring gently until just incorporated to maintain a tender cake texture.
  7. Dice fresh strawberries into small, uniform pieces and fold half of them gently into the batter.
  8. Crumble cream cheese into small chunks and distribute evenly throughout the batter, creating pockets of creamy richness.
  9. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
  10. Scatter the remaining strawberry pieces on top of the batter, pressing them lightly into the surface.
  11. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean with minimal crumbs.
  12. Remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes.
  13. Dust the top with powdered sugar, creating a delicate, sweet finish.
  14. Slice and serve warm, allowing the strawberry and cream cheese flavors to shine through.

Notes

  • Enhance texture by using room temperature ingredients, ensuring smooth and even mixing for a tender, light cake.
  • Prevent strawberries from sinking by tossing them in a light dusting of flour before folding into the batter, creating better suspension.
  • Swap fresh strawberries with frozen ones during off-season, but drain excess moisture to maintain cake’s structural integrity.
  • For gluten-free adaptation, replace all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend, maintaining the cake’s delicate crumb and flavor profile.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 8
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 20 g
  • Sodium: 200 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 9 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 5 g
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg