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toffee almond coffee cake

toffee almond coffee cake

A moist and fluffy almond cake is topped with a crumbly toffee streusel and a sweet almond glaze in this delightful breakfast or dessert recipe! Toffee Almond Coffee Cake is seriously to die for!
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

For the Toffee Streusel Topping

  • 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.75 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup toffee bits
  • 0.25 cup butter melted

For the Coffee Cake

  • 0.5 cup brown sugar
  • 6 tbsp salted butter room temperature
  • 0.25 cup sour cream
  • 0.25 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp almond extract
  • 1.25 tsp baking powder
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

For the Almond Glaze

  • 0.75 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp milk (plus more as needed)
  • 0.25 tsp almond extract

For Garnish (Optional)

  • Slivered almonds if desired
  • Toffee bits if desired

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9-inch cake pan by lining the bottom with a circle of parchment paper and greasing the sides.

Make the Toffee Streusel

  • In a medium-sized bowl, combine 0.75 cup all-purpose flour, 0.75 cup packed brown sugar, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1 cup toffee bits, and 0.25 cup melted butter. Mix with a fork until all ingredients are well incorporated and crumbly. Set aside.

Prepare the Coffee Cake Batter

  • In a large bowl, beat 0.5 cup brown sugar and 6 tbsp room temperature butter until light in color and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Add 0.25 cup sour cream and 0.25 cup milk to the mixture and mix until well incorporated.
  • Add 1 large egg and 1 tsp almond extract and mix until smooth.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour and 1.25 tsp baking powder.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet batter and mix until just smooth. Be careful not to overmix.

Assemble and Bake

  • Spread half of the cake batter evenly into the bottom of the prepared 9-inch cake pan.
  • Top the batter with approximately half of the streusel mixture, scattering it evenly.
  • Carefully spread the remaining cake batter over the streusel layer.
  • Sprinkle the remaining streusel over the top of the cake batter.
  • Bake for 28-30 minutes, or until a wooden toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs attached.

Cooling and Glazing

  • Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes. Then, carefully remove it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • While the cake cools, prepare the glaze: In a small bowl, combine 0.75 cup powdered sugar, 2 tbsp milk, and 0.25 tsp almond extract. Whisk until smooth. Add additional milk or powdered sugar, a teaspoon at a time, until the glaze reaches a drizzling consistency.
  • Once the cake is cooled, drizzle the almond glaze over the top. If desired, sprinkle with slivered almonds and extra toffee bits for garnish.

Storage

  • Store the coffee cake in an airtight container at room temperature. The cake should be enjoyed within 3-4 days.