Christmas Coffee Cake Recipe

Name: Christmas Coffee Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 3/4 cups firmly packed light brown sugar; 2 tablespoons orange zest; 3/4 teaspoon ground allspice; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup butter, softened; 1 cup sour cream; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 cup pecan halves; 1 tablespoon orange juice; 1 tablespoon honey

Servings: persons

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 3/4 cups firmly packed light brown sugar
2 tablespoons orange zest
3/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sour cream
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup pecan halves
1 tablespoon orange juice
1 tablespoon honey

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0. Stir together flour and next 4 ingredients in a large bowl. Cut butter into flour mixture with a pastry blender or two forks until crumbly. Firmly press 2 1/2 cups crumb mixture onto bottom of a lightly greased 9-inch springform pan.
2
Stir together sour cream, egg, and baking soda; add to remaining crumb mixture, stirring just until dry ingredients are moistened. Pour sour cream mixture over crumb crust in pan; arrange pecan halves over batter.
3
Bake at 350u00b0 for 1 hour or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean, shielding with aluminum foil after 40 minutes to prevent excessive browning, if necessary. Cool on a wire rack 20 minutes.
4
Stir together orange juice and honey, and brush over top of cake.

1370

kcal

Calories

Fat

156

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 3/4 cups firmly packed light brown sugar, 2 tablespoons orange zest, 3/4 teaspoon ground allspice, and more.

Yes, Christmas Coffee Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Christmas Coffee Cake

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