Espresso almond coffee cake: the perfect balance of bold espresso and crunchy almonds, wrapped up in a sweet, fluffy cake. You know, just the thing you didn’t know you needed, but now that it’s here, you’ll wonder how you lived without it. This isn’t your average, forgettable coffee cake; it’s a decadent, nutty masterpiece. And let’s be honest, nothing screams “I have my life together” like serving this beauty at brunch. It’s rich, it’s comforting, and it’s got the kind of caffeine kick that’ll make you feel like you can conquer the world— or at least finish your to-do list.
Espresso Almond Coffee Cake
Espresso almond coffee cake combines the rich flavors of espresso and toasted almonds in a soft, moist cake, topped with a crunchy almond streusel.
Ingredients
- For the Cake:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons espresso powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- For the Almond Streusel:
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round or square cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and espresso powder.
- In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until creamy. Add eggs and vanilla, mixing until smooth.
- Stir in sour cream. Gradually add dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- For the almond streusel, mix sliced almonds, brown sugar, flour, butter, and cinnamon.
- Pour half of the batter into the pan. Sprinkle with almond streusel.
- Top with the remaining batter and sprinkle with more streusel.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool on a rack before serving.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
Calories: 340Total Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Vitamins and Minerals
- Vitamin A: 10%
- Calcium: 8%
- Iron: 6%
- Vitamin C: 2%
- Potassium: 4%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance Flavor
- Add extra toasted almonds on top for an extra crunch.
- Drizzle with a light espresso glaze for an added caffeine boost.
- Pair with a hot cappuccino or iced coffee for the ultimate experience.
- If you love sweetness, top with a dusting of powdered sugar after baking.
