Pennsylvania Dutch Breakfast Cake Recipe

Start your Sunday with this irresistible Pennsylvania Dutch Breakfast Cake! This moist and crumbly cake is perfect for a delightful breakfast or brunch. Serve warm with fresh berries and a dollop of whipped cream for a truly decadent treat. Easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 2029.8 kcal
Protein 49g
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Ingredients for Pennsylvania Dutch Breakfast Cake

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How to Make Pennsylvania Dutch Breakfast Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar, and 2 teaspoons baking powder.
  3. Cut in 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Remove 1 cup of the crumb mixture and set aside for topping.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, 1 cup milk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  6. Add the wet ingredients to the remaining crumb mixture and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.
  8. Sprinkle the reserved crumbs evenly over the tops of the cakes.
  9. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before inverting them onto a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm with your favorite fresh fruit and whipped cream.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

31 g

Sugar

802g

Fat

210g

Carbs

110g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Pennsylvania Dutch Breakfast Cake?

Pennsylvania Dutch Breakfast Cake takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Pennsylvania Dutch Breakfast Cake?

Pennsylvania Dutch Breakfast Cake has approximately 2029.8 calories per serving, with about 49 g protein, 110 g carbohydrates and 106 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Pennsylvania Dutch Breakfast Cake?

The key ingredients for Pennsylvania Dutch Breakfast Cake are Flour, Sugar, Baking Powder, Butter, Eggs, Milk. See the full list with measurements above.

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