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Nothing goes better with a good cup of joe or tea than a slice of homemade cake, especially coffee cake with a crumbly and sweet streusel topping.
While this recipe tastes like a sweet dessert, it includes ingredients such as eggs, camel milk, and coconut flour. Eggs and camel milk provide protein and other nutrients.
Coconut flour adds dietary fiber and a mild coconut flavor, while shredded coconut adds texture and flavor to the cake. Cinnamon adds a warm, delicious flavor that pairs perfectly with the coconut ingredients.
Enjoy a slice of this homemade cake with your morning coffee or tea.
Cinnamon Coffee Cake Recipe
Enjoy a soft, moist cinnamon coffee cake made with simple ingredients, warm cinnamon flavor, and a delicious crumb topping. Perfect for breakfast, tea time, or a cozy homemade treat.
Ingredients
Cake: For this Cinnamon Coconut Coffee Cake, you’ll need coconut oil, honey, eggs, camel milk, coconut flour, ground cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
Topping:
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut flakes
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 egg white
Instructions
Cake:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease an 8x8-inch glass baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the coconut oil and honey.
- Add the eggs and camel milk, then mix well.
- Add the coconut flour and stir until combined.
- Mix in the cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared baking dish.
Topping:
- In a small bowl, combine all topping ingredients and mix with a fork.
- Crumble evenly over the cake batter.
- Bake the cake for 35–40 minutes. You’ll know the cake is done baking when it springs back a little when you lightly touch it.
- If the topping starts to get overly browned before the cake is done, cover it with a piece of aluminum foil.
FAQ:
1. Can I replace camel milk with regular milk?
Yes, you can replace camel milk with regular milk. The cake will still be soft and moist, but the flavor may be slightly different.
2. Is this cake good for a healthy diet?
Yes, this cake can fit into a balanced diet when enjoyed in moderation. It contains ingredients like eggs, coconut flour, honey, and camel milk.
3. Why is coconut flour used in this recipe?
Coconut flour adds dietary fiber, a mild coconut flavor, and a soft texture. It also works well with the other ingredients in this coffee cake.
4. How do I know when the cake is fully baked?
The cake is ready when the center springs back lightly after pressing. You can also insert a toothpick; it should come out clean or with a few crumbs.
5. Can I store this cake for later?
Yes. Once cooled, store the cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator. When ready to serve, let it come to room temperature or warm it slightly.