GERMAN COFFEE CAKE (BAKING-POWDER)
This German Coffee Cake recipe from the early 1900s offers a comforting, sweet treat perfect for breakfast or a mid-day snack. The cake features a tender crumb, enhanced by the use of baking powder, and a delightful topping of sugar and cinnamon. This recipe is easy to make and delivers a classic, satisfying flavor, ideal for sharing with family and friends.
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 3 teaspoons Baking powder
- 2 each Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Butter, unsalted
- 2/3 cup Milk
- 2 tablespoons Butter, unsalted (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
Instructions
- 1In a large bowl, sift together the flour, salt, sugar, and baking powder. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs. Add the eggs, butter, and milk to the dry ingredients. Stir well until combined, adding more milk if necessary to create a stiff batter.
- 2Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously butter a shallow baking pan. Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle the top of the batter with melted butter, sugar, and cinnamon. Bake for approximately 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.