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Moist Coffee Loaf Cake

Moist Coffee Loaf Cake That Elevates Your Afternoon Ritual

This Moist Coffee Loaf Cake is a delightful treat perfect for afternoon tea, offering a comforting aroma and customizable flavors.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups Plain Flour Use cake flour for a softer texture.
  • 1 cup Butter Ensure it's at room temperature.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can reduce for less sweetness.
  • 2 large Eggs Beat until pale.
  • 2 tablespoons Instant Coffee Substitute with finely ground espresso for stronger flavor.
  • 1 cup Milk Can replace with strong brewed coffee.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Do not substitute with baking soda.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
Optional Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Mix with coffee to create a glaze.
  • 2 tablespoons Strong Brewed Coffee Enhances the glaze's flavor.

Equipment

  • electric mixer
  • Loaf tin
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Moist Coffee Loaf Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 170°C (325°F) and prepare the loaf tin by greasing it with butter or lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together room temperature butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Gradually add beaten eggs to the mixture, mixing slowly for 2-3 minutes until smooth and pale.
  4. Dissolve instant coffee in warm milk and mix it into the batter. Sift flour, baking powder, and salt separately, then combine with the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf tin, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Once baked, cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store unwrapped at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days. It freezes well for up to 3 months.

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