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Kaffee Und Kuchen: German Coffee and Vanilla Cake
Indulge in the quintessential German tradition of Kaffee und Kuchen, a delightful afternoon pause for coffee and cake. This recipe features a light and fluffy vanilla cake that pairs perfectly with a robust cup of your favorite coffee. The cake's delicate vanilla essence and tender crumb provide a comforting contrast to the coffee's robust intensity, creating a perfect balance for your afternoon respite. This tradition dates back to the 17th century, when coffee was introduced to Germany and quickly became a beloved beverage. It was only natural to pair it with Germany's already well-established love for cake, thus, the Kaffee und Kuchen tradition was born.
Ingredients
- 1 cup, brewed Your favorite coffee
- 1 cup Milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 Eggs
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup, softened Unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 8
- Dish Type: Dessert
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 16g
- Carbs: 45g
- Protein: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Sugar: 20g
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch cake pan with butter or cooking spray.
- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. This will be your dry mixture.
- In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the softened butter and sugar until the mixture is light, fluffy, and pale yellow in color.
- Add the eggs into the butter and sugar mixture, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry mixture. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
- Pour the cake batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve slices of the cooled vanilla cake with a freshly brewed cup of your favorite coffee. Enjoy this delightful pairing in the spirit of German tradition.