Shoo Fly Coffee Cake

Indulge in the rich, molasses-infused flavors of Shoo Fly Coffee Cake, a classic treat with a touch of nostalgia that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy snack. This easy-to-make cake combines a moist, spiced batter with a buttery crumb topping, creating a delightful contrast of textures in every bite. Featuring warm notes of cinnamon and nutmeg and the deep caramel undertone of light molasses, this cake pairs beautifully with a cup of coffee or tea. Ready in under an hour and serving up to eight, this dessert is as comforting as it is crowd-pleasing. Whether served warm out of the oven or at room temperature, Shoo Fly Coffee Cake delivers timeless homemade charm with minimal effort.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.25 cups brown sugar, firmly packed
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 cup hot water
• 0.5 cup light molasses
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9-inch square or round cake pan.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and brown sugar. Mix thoroughly.

Step 3

Cut the cold, cubed butter into the flour-sugar mixture using a pastry cutter or two forks until the texture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Reserve 1/2 cup of the crumb mixture for the topping and set it aside.

Step 5

In a separate medium bowl, dissolve the baking soda in the hot water.

Step 6

Add the molasses, beaten egg, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt to the hot water mixture. Whisk well to combine.

Step 7

Gradually pour the liquid mixture into the large bowl with the crumb mixture. Stir just until the batter is smooth and fully incorporated, avoiding overmixing.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly.

Step 9

Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture evenly over the top of the batter.

Step 10

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

Step 11

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 12

Serve warm or at room temperature, with coffee or tea.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1081.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3324.1

Total Fat 104.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 443.3mg	0%
Sodium 812.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 568.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.8g	0%
Total Sugars 327.7g
Protein 38.1g	0%

Vitamin D 98.3IU	0%
Calcium 609.1mg	0%
Iron 22.4mg	0%
Potassium 2528.0mg	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: 27.9%

Protein: 4.5%

Carbs: 67.5%