Don's Favorite Lemon Coffee Cake Recipe

Name: Don's Favorite Lemon Coffee Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (18 ounce) box lemon cake mix or 1 (18 ounce) box orange cake mix or 1 (18 ounce) box pineapple cake mix; 3 12 ounces instant lemon pudding mix; 1 cup sour cream; 4 eggs (slightly beaten); ½ cup oil; 1 lemon, zest of; 1 lemon, juice of; 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese (softened); ½ cup melted butter; 1 (16 ounce) box powdered sugar; 1 lemon, zest of; 1 lemon, juice of; 1 cup brown sugar; 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon; 1 cup crushed pecans

Servings: persons

1 (18 ounce) box lemon cake mix or 1 (18 ounce) box orange cake mix or 1 (18 ounce) box pineapple cake mix
3 12 ounces instant lemon pudding mix
1 cup sour cream
4 eggs (slightly beaten)
½ cup oil
1 lemon, zest of
1 lemon, juice of
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese (softened)
½ cup melted butter
1 (16 ounce) box powdered sugar
1 lemon, zest of
1 lemon, juice of
1 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 cup crushed pecans

1
Mix together crumb ingredients.
2
Mix together the batter ingredients with a Mixer.
3
Pour 1/2 the batter into the pan and top with the Crumb mixture then add the remaining batter and bake as directed.
4
*I use a 9x13 Cake Pan Sprayed with Pam and lightly floured.
5
Let cake cool when done.
6
Icing: Add all ingredients and blend with a mixer until smooth and pour over Cake.
7
I prick small holes in my cake with a large fork so some of the Icing is absorbed by the cake and I chill it in the fridge before I serve it.
8
Great for Breakfast with a nice Hot cup of Coffee or as my brother does it, with a Tall Cold glass of Milk!

1465

kcal

Calories

111

Fat

113

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

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.
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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (18 ounce) box lemon cake mix or 1 (18 ounce) box orange cake mix or 1 (18 ounce) box pineapple cake mix, 3 12 ounces instant lemon pudding mix, 1 cup sour cream, 4 eggs (slightly beaten), and more.

Yes, Don's Favorite Lemon 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!

Don's Favorite Lemon Coffee Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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