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As coffee lovers, we are always looking for the perfect accompaniment, whether it’s biscuits, cake, or even a sandwich. No matter what we choose, it needs to be something that will bring out the best in our coffee and make every sip even more enjoyable. So why not try some of these delicious pairings?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Today, I want to go into a bit more detail about one of my personal favorites, coffee cake. Coffee cake is a classic treat with its soft and fluffy texture, rich flavor, and delightful aroma. It’s perfect for those mornings when you want something sweet and comforting to go along with your coffee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I’ve found that coffee cake pairs especially well with coffees that have a nutty or chocolatey flavor profile. Cinnamon streusel or brown sugar coffee cake with a French roast, almond-flavored coffee cake with a medium roast, and hazelnut coffee cake with espresso are some of my favorite combinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Coffee cake is a type of cake that is typically served with coffee or tea. There are many variations of coffee cake, but most recipes include some type of streusel topping. This topping is usually made with sugar, flour, and butter, giving the cake a crumbly, delicious texture. While the streusel-topped coffee cake is the most popular variety, there are also many other delicious variations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For example, some coffee cakes are made with fruit toppings, such as blueberries or strawberries whereas others feature a layer of rich chocolate frosting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Believe it or not (and I was shocked when I discovered this), coffee cake does not actually have coffee in it. The name is believed to come from the fact that coffee and cake are often served together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While there are many variations of coffee cake, the typical ingredients include flour, sugar, eggs, butter, baking powder, and milk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Some recipes also call for flavoring agents such as vanilla extract or cinnamon. In contrast to its name, coffee cake generally contains very little, if any coffee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In my humble opinion, there are few things more delicious than a freshly-baked coffee cake. The combination of sweet, moist cake and rich, crumbly topping is truly irresistible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n