Brown Butter, Ginger, and Sour Cream Coffee Cake

Vegetarian
Health score
4%
Brown Butter, Ginger, and Sour Cream Coffee Cake
300 min.
10
570kcal

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Experience the delightful fusion of flavors with our Brown Butter, Ginger, and Sour Cream Coffee Cake—a treat that transforms your morning meal into a delicious occasion. This recipe promises to awaken your senses, combining the rich, nutty essence of brown butter with the warm, spicy notes of ground ginger, cinnamon, and allspice. Perfectly suited for brunch gatherings or as a cozy breakfast companion, this cake is both elegant and indulgent.

The sweetness of dark brown sugar and the unique zing of crystallized ginger provides an irresistible contrast, while the addition of sour cream ensures a moist, tender crumb that will have everyone going back for seconds. Topped with crunchy almonds and an enticing streusel-like mixture, this cake not only looks stunning but delivers a satisfying crunch that complements its soft interior.

Each slice is a perfect harmony of flavors, making it a delightful dessert that pairs wonderfully with freshly brewed coffee or tea. Whether it’s a special occasion or just a relaxing morning at home, this coffee cake is sure to impress your family and friends. Gather around the table and savor the joy of homemade goodness as you indulge in this scrumptious treat.

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup almonds with skins, coarsely chopped
  • tablespoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.8 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.5 cup candied ginger chopped
  • cup t brown sugar dark packed ()
  • large eggs 
  • cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground allspice 
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • teaspoon ground ginger 
  • teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 1.5 cups cream sour
  • 1.8 cups sugar 
  • 10 servings butter unsalted (for pan)
  • tablespoon vanilla extract 
  • 0.5 cup milk whole
  • 0.8 cup flour whole wheat

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer
  • measuring cup

Directions

  1. Simmer 2 cups plus 2 tablespoons butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until browned bits form, 6-8 minutes.
  2. Pour into a 2-cup measuring cup. If needed, add more butter to measure 1 3/4 cups plus2 tablespoons (added butter will melt).
  3. Whisk flour, sugar, and salt in a medium bowl. Stir in 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons brown butter (reserve remaining butter for cake); stir until moist clumps form. Stir in ginger. Set aside.
  4. Preheat oven to 325°. Butter pan generously.
  5. Whisk all-purpose flour and next 7 ingredients in a medium bowl. Using an electric mixer, beat remaining 1 cup browned butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and thick, 2-3 minutes.
  6. Add eggs one at a time, beating to blend between additions. Beat in sour cream, milk, and vanilla. Stir in flour mixture just to blend.
  7. Spoon half of cake batter into prepared pan; smooth top. Scatter 1 cup of topping over. Spoon remaining batter in dollops over; smooth.
  8. Add almonds to remaining topping; squeeze to form 1/2" clumps and scatter evenly over batter in pan.
  9. Bake until a tester inserted into center of cake comes out clean, about 1 hour 20 minutes.
  10. Let cool in pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Run a knife around edge of pan to release cake.
  11. Remove pan sides; let cool completely. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories570kcal
Protein6.8%
Fat29.34%
Carbs63.86%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30.51
Glycemic Load
38.86
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
13.773043557354%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.26mg
Catechin
0.14mg
Epigallocatechin
0.28mg
Epicatechin
0.06mg
Eriodictyol
0.03mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Isorhamnetin
0.28mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:570.42kcal
28.52%
Fat:19g
29.22%
Saturated Fat:7.4g
46.25%
Carbohydrates:93.02g
31.01%
Net Carbohydrates:89.88g
32.68%
Sugar:64.16g
71.29%
Cholesterol:106.97mg
35.66%
Sodium:494.73mg
21.51%
Alcohol:0.45g
100%
Alcohol %:0.31%
100%
Protein:9.91g
19.82%
Manganese:0.92mg
45.77%
Selenium:22.77µg
32.53%
Vitamin B2:0.44mg
25.7%
Vitamin E:3.29mg
21.95%
Phosphorus:217.89mg
21.79%
Vitamin B1:0.29mg
19.05%
Calcium:190.21mg
19.02%
Folate:66.34µg
16.59%
Iron:2.63mg
14.61%
Magnesium:57.35mg
14.34%
Fiber:3.14g
12.55%
Vitamin B3:2.43mg
12.13%
Copper:0.22mg
11.06%
Vitamin A:469.76IU
9.4%
Zinc:1.19mg
7.96%
Potassium:264.98mg
7.57%
Vitamin B5:0.72mg
7.19%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.46%
Vitamin B12:0.32µg
5.41%
Vitamin D:0.61µg
4.06%
Vitamin K:1.27µg
1.21%
Source:Epicurious