Instant Coffee Cake Recipe

This irresistible tray-baked coffee cake, a family favorite, is perfect for any gathering! Made with a simple dough and a luscious coffee-infused meringue, this recipe is surprisingly easy and delivers incredible flavor. Cut into small rectangular pieces and dusted with powdered sugar, it's guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Get ready to impress!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 138.2 kcal
Protein 4g
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Ingredients for Instant Coffee Cake

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How to Make Instant Coffee Cake

  1. In a large bowl, combine 4 cups all-purpose flour, 4 large egg yolks, 1 cup (2 sticks) softened margarine, 2 teaspoons active dry yeast, 1 cup warm water, and ½ cup granulated sugar. Knead until a smooth dough forms.
  2. Divide the dough into 3 equal parts. On lightly floured parchment paper, roll each portion into a rectangle large enough to fit your baking tray.
  3. In a clean, grease-free bowl, beat 4 large egg whites with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
  4. Gradually add 1 ½ cups granulated sugar to the egg whites, beating until glossy and stiff peaks form again.
  5. With the mixer running on low speed, gradually add 2 tablespoons instant coffee granules to the meringue.
  6. Spread half of the coffee meringue over the first layer of dough on the baking tray. Top with the second layer of dough, spread the remaining meringue over it, and cover with the final layer of dough.
  7. Bake at 163°C (325°F) for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown. Let cool completely before dusting with powdered sugar and cutting into small rectangular pieces.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

32g

Fat

7g

Carbs

5g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Instant Coffee Cake?

Instant Coffee Cake takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Instant Coffee Cake?

Instant Coffee Cake has approximately 138.2 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 10 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Instant Coffee Cake?

The key ingredients for Instant Coffee Cake are Flour, Eggs, Margarine, Yeast, Water, Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.

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