Individual Coffee Cakes Recipe

Indulge in these delightful individual coffee cakes, a treasured family recipe passed down through generations! Originally made with lard (a nod to the recipe's Armour Star heritage), this recipe is easily adapted with shortening or vegetable shortening for a vegetarian option. Get ready to savor the warm, comforting flavors of these perfectly portioned cakes – a perfect treat for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon pick-me-up!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 264.6 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 4.6 (13 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Individual Coffee Cakes

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How to Make Individual Coffee Cakes

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, lightly beat 2 large eggs. Add 1 cup milk and mix well.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Melt ½ cup shortening (or vegetable shortening for vegetarian option) and stir into the batter until well incorporated.
  6. Fill each greased muffin cup about ⅔ full.
  7. For the topping: In a small bowl, combine ½ cup brown sugar, ½ cup chopped pecans (optional), and ¼ cup rolled oats. Sprinkle evenly over each cake.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

70g

Fat

18g

Carbs

10g