Kaffe Kuchen

Indulge in the comforting warmth of Kaffe Kuchen, a classic German coffee cake that’s perfect for your next brunch, dessert, or afternoon tea. This easy-to-make recipe combines a soft, tender crumb with a cinnamon-kissed streusel topping, creating a delightful balance of flavors and textures in every bite. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, butter, and brown sugar, it gets an optional nutty crunch from chopped pecans or walnuts. With a lovely blend of vanilla and cinnamon aromas, this cake bakes to golden perfection in just 35 minutes. Whether dusted with powdered sugar or served plain, Kaffe Kuchen is best enjoyed alongside a steaming cup of coffee for ultimate coziness.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 0.75 cups unsalted butter, softened
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.75 cups brown sugar, packed
• 0.5 cups chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan, or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, beat 3/4 cup of softened unsalted butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three batches, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.

Step 7

To make the streusel topping, combine 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour, 3/4 cup of brown sugar, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and 1/2 cup of chopped pecans or walnuts (if using) in a small bowl. Add 1/4 cup of softened unsalted butter and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 8

Evenly sprinkle the streusel mixture over the batter in the pan.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 10

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before slicing into squares or rectangles for serving. Optionally dust the top with powdered sugar before serving.

Step 11

Serve warm or at room temperature. This cake pairs beautifully with coffee or tea.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1368.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4847.3

Total Fat 201.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 101.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 781.5mg	0%
Sodium 2388.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 721.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.9g	0%
Total Sugars 476.7g
Protein 59.5g	0%

Vitamin D 189.4IU	0%
Calcium 657.1mg	0%
Iron 18.7mg	0%
Potassium 1349.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.8%

Protein: 4.8%

Carbs: 58.4%