Description
This Coffee Loaf Cake offers a perfect combination of rich coffee flavor and a tender, moist texture. The sour cream enhances the softness, while the brewed coffee adds depth to the taste. A dusting of powdered sugar on top adds a simple, sweet finish to this delightful treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup brewed coffee, cooled
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Mix in the flour mixture alternately with sour cream, starting and ending with the flour mixture.
- Stir in the cooled coffee until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust the cooled cake with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Make sure the coffee is cooled before adding it to the batter.
- You can drizzle a simple glaze made with powdered sugar and brewed coffee on top for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-55 minutes