Chestnut Sour Cream Coffee Cake Recipe

This decadent Chestnut Sour Cream Coffee Cake is a revelation! Inspired by a forgotten can of chestnuts and Beth Hensperger's "The Art of Quick Breads," this recipe delivers unbelievably moist and flavorful cake. The creamy sour cream base, studded with rich chestnut puree and dark chocolate chips, creates a texture and taste sensation you won't forget. Perfect for brunch, coffee breaks, or any occasion calling for a truly special treat.

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 85 mins
Calories 229.3 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chestnut Sour Cream Coffee Cake

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How to Make Chestnut Sour Cream Coffee Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Grease and flour a 10-inch tube bundt pan (or two 9-inch loaf pans).
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  4. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. Beat in 4 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  6. Beat in 1 cup sour cream until just combined.
  7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. The batter will be thick.
  8. Remove 1 cup of the batter and set aside.
  9. To the remaining batter in the large bowl, gently fold in 1 cup chestnut puree and 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  10. Spoon half of the plain batter into the prepared pan. Top with half of the chestnut batter.
  11. Add another layer of plain batter, followed by the remaining chestnut batter.
  12. Using a butter knife, gently swirl the batters together to create a marble effect.
  13. Bake for 60-65 minutes for a tube pan (45-50 minutes for loaf pans), or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  14. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  15. Dust with a mixture of powdered sugar and unsweetened cocoa powder before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

60g

Fat

30g

Carbs

10g

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Time To Make Course Preparation Occasion For Large Groups Breads Breakfast Easy Fall Coffee Cakes Seasonal Brunch Number Of Servings 4 Hours Or Less