Strawberry Cheesecake Coffee Cake
Strawberry Cheesecake Coffee Cake—one cake with seven irresistible layers.
Strawberry Cheesecake Coffee Cake—one cake with seven irresistible layers.
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 egg white
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 6 tablespoons sugar
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 3/4 cup flour
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 egg + 1 egg yolk
- 12 oz. cream cheese-softened
- 2 cups fresh strawberries-sliced
- 5.5 tablespoons unsalted butter- softened
- 2/3 cup sugar ( i used 1/3 cup light brown sugar and 1/3
- 6 tablespoons butter-chilled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons cream (or milk)
- Carbohydrate 242.046193468887 g
- Cholesterol 56.9895833627315 mg
- Fat 18.2577566784482 g
- Fiber 3.37941673057171 g
- Protein 25.1750633413323 g
- Saturated Fat 10.7571725066048 g
- Serving Size 1 1 recipe (718g)
- Sodium 50702.7032077221 mg
- Sugar 238.666776738315 g
- Trans Fat 1.33097883436921 g
- Calories 1239 calories
Step-by-step
- Combine sugar, flour, and chilled cubed butter in a bowl. Stir with a fork or pastry blender until the mixture is crumbly (make sure the streusel is in pea-sized crumbs). Set in the fridge until ready to use.
- Preheat oven to 350F. Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper. Set aside.
- Mix together the cream cheese and sugar on medium-low speed until creamy. Add egg white and mix on low just to combine. Set aside.
- In a bowl, stir together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- With an electric mixer, cream the butter for a minute, then add sugars and mix until light and fluffy. Add egg and egg yolk and vanilla; mix to combine. Slowly mix in the flour mixture alternating with the sour cream.
- Spread almost 2/3 of the batter onto the bottom of the prepared pan, smooth with a spatula. Spoon the cream cheese filling on top. Arrange the strawberries onto the cream cheese filling (don’t go all the way to the edges). Save about 10 slices of strawberries for the next layer.
- Using a spoon, drizzle the remaining batter over the strawberries and spread as much as you can. You won’t have enough batter to cover the whole layer completely, but it’s OK. Scatter the remaining strawberry slices, then sprinkle with the crumb topping and bake 60-70 minutes, until the cake is no longer jiggly in the center. If the top browns too quickly, you can tent it with aluminum foil after 35-40 minutes of baking time.
- Cool on a rack, run a thin knife around the cake, and release the ring from the springform pan.
- Whisk together the cream, sugar, and vanilla. Drizzle over the cake and serve.
My Seven-Layer Strawberry Cheesecake Coffee Cake Adventure
As a busy working mom, finding time to bake is a luxury, not a given. But sometimes, the craving for something sweet and decadent hits, and you just have to indulge. This Strawberry Cheesecake Coffee Cake wasn't just a cake; it was an experience. Seven layers of pure deliciousness—a testament to the fact that even seemingly complex recipes can be conquered with a bit of planning and a whole lot of love (and maybe a little caffeine).
The initial steps were straightforward enough: combining the dry ingredients for the crumble topping, chilling it, and prepping the springform pan. This is where my organizational skills, honed from years of juggling work deadlines and family schedules, really came into play. I had all my ingredients pre-measured and readily accessible. It’s a small detail, but it makes a huge difference when you’re trying to efficiently create a masterpiece in the midst of a busy week. The smell of the buttery crumble alone was enough to lift my spirits!
Then came the cream cheese layer – smooth, rich, and oh-so-creamy. I loved how this layer provided a luscious contrast to the airy cake batter. This part of the baking process felt incredibly therapeutic; the gentle mixing of the cream cheese, sugar, and egg white was a perfect moment of calm amidst the usual chaos of my life. It was a small act of self-care tucked neatly into my busy day.
Layering the strawberries was my favorite part. The vibrant red of the fresh strawberries against the creamy white background was incredibly visually appealing. It was a beautiful reminder that even simple things can bring so much joy. The careful arrangement of the strawberry slices felt almost meditative, a quiet moment of creativity amidst my otherwise structured routine.
The final drizzle of sweetened cream was the perfect touch. It added a touch of extra sweetness and a creamy finish, complementing the other flavors. Watching the cake slowly cool after baking was rewarding. It was satisfying to see my efforts transform into a delicious creation, ready to be devoured. The entire process, from start to finish, was a journey of culinary exploration that ended with a slice of heavenly cake.
This Strawberry Cheesecake Coffee Cake wasn’t just a treat; it was a symbol of my ability to balance work, family, and personal fulfillment. It reminded me that even amidst life's complexities, there's always room for a bit of sweetness and a dash of creativity. The cake’s success was a testament not only to the recipe itself, but also to my ability to find time for myself and my passions. And honestly, what better way to recharge than with a slice of this incredible seven-layered wonder?
More than just a cake, it’s a testament to the power of pausing, even briefly, to engage in something pleasurable and rewarding. It reminds me that creating something beautiful and delicious, even amidst a demanding schedule, is a valuable way to take care of myself and nurture my soul. It’s the small victories—like this stunning coffee cake—that keep me going. And it's a recipe I will definitely be making again.
