Tempting Tastebuds with Cowboy Coffee Cake
If you’re looking for a treat that packs a mouthful of flavor and a whole lot of rustic charm, join us on the cattle drive and whip up a batch of Cowboy Coffee Cake! This hearty breakfast cake is popular in the Southwest, inspired by the hearty meals of trail riders, rodeo cowboys, and everyone who craved a tasty treat with a rugged aesthetic.
The cake’s crumbly top layer, which is only lightly sweetened, makes it a perfect way to kick-start the morning. This homemade treat also has a crunchy streusel swirled in for added texture. Last but not least, it’s topped off with a generous amount of brewed coffee for an extra burst of flavor and a welcome hint of caffeine.
Ingredients
-1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
-1 teaspoon baking powder
-¼ teaspoon baking soda
-¼ teaspoon salt
-1 cup white sugar
-2/3 cup butter, softened
-2 eggs
-½ cup buttermilk
-1 teaspoon vanilla extract
-1/3 cup chopped walnuts
Streusel:
-¼ cup all-purpose flour
-2 tablespoons white sugar
-2 teaspoons cinnamon
-3 tablespoons butter
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour one 9 inch round or square pan.
2. In a medium bowl, blend together the flour and baking powder. In a separate bowl, cream together the sugar and butter, then beat in the eggs. Add the flour mixture, buttermilk, and vanilla to the egg mixture, and stir until blended. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
3. In a small bowl, combine the streusel ingredients. Sprinkle streusel mixture evenly on the top of the cake batter.
4. Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean.
5. Allow cake to cool before removing from pan. Drizzle coffee over cake, then enjoy!
A Divinely Delicious Treat
Cowboy coffee cake is a traditional Western-inspired treat that brims with rustic charm. This fragrance-filled cake offers a hint of sweetness, an extra crunch from streusel, and the bright flavor of freshly brewed coffee. As the warm and inviting smell of cake wafts through the kitchen, you’ll feel the inviting comfort of a homey kitchen and the call of the open range all at once.
Similar to coffee cake recipes from the British countryside, Cowboy Coffee Cake borrows from its European counterparts, with unique additions like caramelized nuts and a blast of full-bodied coffee. Whether you’re out on the range or in the heart of the city, treat your tastebuds with a slice of this flavorful cake and let your spirit soar. Yee-haw!
Ready to Take a Bite?
Invite your family and friends to share a piece of Cowboy Coffee Cake, and stir up a little sweetness around the breakfast table. As you take a bite and brew up a cup of joe, you won’t just smile, but you’ll reminisce about shared memories of howling coyotes and star-filled skies.
Ready to take a bite? Get your fork handy and get ready to ride off into the sunset with Cowboy Coffee Cake!
Recipe
Ingredients
-1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
-1 teaspoon baking powder
-¼ teaspoon baking soda
-¼ teaspoon salt
-1 cup white sugar
-2/3 cup butter, softened
-2 eggs
-½ cup buttermilk
-1 teaspoon vanilla extract
-1/3 cup chopped walnuts
Streusel:
-¼ cup all-purpose flour
-2 tablespoons white sugar
-2 teaspoons cinnamon
-3 tablespoons butter
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour one 9 inch round or square pan.
2. In a medium bowl, blend together the flour and baking powder. In a separate bowl, cream together the sugar and butter, then beat in the eggs. Add the flour mixture, buttermilk, and vanilla to the egg mixture, and stir until blended. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
3. In a small bowl, combine the streusel ingredients. Sprinkle streusel mixture evenly on the top of the cake batter.
4. Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean.
5. Allow cake to cool before removing from pan. Drizzle coffee over cake, then enjoy!
