Eggnog Crumb Cake - Easy Holiday Breakfast Coffee Cake Recipe! (2024)

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This Eggnog Crumb Cake has the flavor of eggnog in the cake and the icing, and it’s spiced with nutmeg and cinnamon in the tasty crumb topping! This breakfast coffee cake is perfect for the holidays!

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  • Eggnog Crumb Cake
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Eggnog Crumb Cake

So after attending church together this past Sunday (and hearing another wonderful message on “Who needs Christmas?” – this time the answer was God needs Christmas🙂 ), the hubs and I went and got some breakfast at Cracker Barrel. If you’ve never been before, you should totally try it. It’s super southern and I love the store at the front!

Anyways, we ordered breakfast and in an effort to not eat all the things all the time, I just went with the blueberry pancakes that I love so much. Now normally the hubs and I would share some of their biscuits too, but I held back. That’s my current version of “being healthy”. Not getting the biscuits. Ha!

But the hubs did get a couple biscuits that came with his meal. Of course I was eyeing them. It seems so wrong to go to Cracker Barrel and not at least have a bite of a biscuit. So when the waiter came by and asked if he wanted butter or jelly or something for his biscuits, the hubs said jelly.

Correct answer, hubs.

Then the waiter asked if he had a flavor preference, to which the hubs said no. As soon as the waiter was out of ear shot, I said, “Grape. The answer is always grape.” 🙂

The hubs – “Why? So you can have some?”

Me – “Duh. That’s why I keep you around. So I can eat your biscuits.” HA!

Good thing he knows my humor and totally knows I was joking – sort of. 😉

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Of course on Christmas morning, I do not hold back. Bring on the good breakfast food! And this Eggnog Crumb Cake totally qualifies. Cake for breakfast = brilliant. Plus, it’s cake so you can eat what’s left all day. At least in my world. 🙂

And my birthday is on Christmas so I can have all the cake I want. And for my birthday, I want you to have cake too. Your welcome.

This cake starts with a delicious, moist eggnog cake. It’s just dense enough to support the weight of all the streusel when it bakes. And have no fear – there’s plenty of streusel crumb topping! That’s totally the best part. The streusel has both cinnamon and nutmeg mixed in to give the cake that perfect spice to match the eggnog.

Tips for Making Eggnog Cake

The cake is fairly thick so it bakes for about 40-45 minutes. It’ll be nice and golden on top. It can be a little tough to tell when it’s done because of all the streusel, but it’ll have just a touch of jiggle to it when you shake it a bit and a toothpick inserted into the center should have some moist crumbs on it, but not be wet. The streusel says kind of soft until it cools, so it’ll still jiggle a touch.

The cake is drizzled with an eggnog glaze and if you are an icing fan like myself, you could double up on it and just douse the cake in it. 🙂

The hubs and I were big fans of this cake! As expected, the hubs was in love with the crumb topping. That’s totally where it’s at!

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Recipe

Eggnog Crumb Cake

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  • Author: Lindsay
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12-14 slices
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Oven
  • Cuisine: American
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Description

This Eggnog Crumb Cake has the flavor of eggnog in the cake and the icing, and it’s spiced with nutmeg and cinnamon in the tasty crumb topping! This breakfast cake is perfect for the holidays!

Ingredients

STREUSEL CRUMB TOPPING

  • 1 cup (130g) flour
  • 1 cup (225g) packed light brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • pinch of salt
  • 1/2 cup (112g) unsalted butter, melted

EGGNOG CAKE

  • 3/4 cup (155g) sugar
  • 9 tbsp (126g) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 6 tbsp (86g) sour cream
  • 6 tbsp (90ml) eggnog
  • 1 egg
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 3/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups (195g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt

EGGNOG GLAZE

  • 3/4 cup (86g) powdered sugar
  • 45 (60-75ml) tbsp eggnog
  • pinch of nutmeg
  • pinch of cinnamon

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (176°C). Prepare a 9 inch cake pan with a circle of parchment paper in the bottom and grease the sides.
2. To prepare the streusel, combine all the ingredients with the melted butter in a medium sized bowl and mix with a fork until all ingredients are incorporated and crumbly. Set aside.
3. To make the cake batter, beat the sugar and butter until light in color and fluffy, 3-4 minutes.
4. Add the sour cream and eggnog and mix until well incorporated. The batter may seem a little curdled, that’s ok.
5. Add the egg, egg yolk and vanilla extract and mix until smooth.
6. Combine the dry ingredients in a separate bowl.
7. Add the dry ingredients to the batter and mix until smooth.
8. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared cake pan.
9. Sprinkle the streusel evenly over the top of the cake.
10. Bake the cake for 40-45 minutes. The cake should be a nice golden color on top. It might still jiggle just a touch, but that’s ok. The streusel on top will firm as it cools.
11. Allow the cake to cool, then remove from the cake pan.
12. Combine glaze ingredients and whisk until smooth, then drizzle over the cake. Serve it warm or cool.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 Slice
  • Calories: 356
  • Sugar: 32.3 g
  • Sodium: 65.2 mg
  • Fat: 16.3 g
  • Carbohydrates: 50.1 g
  • Protein: 4.3 g
  • Cholesterol: 72.6 mg

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  • Breakfast
  • Cakes and Cupcakes
  • Christmas
  • Fall and Holiday Favorites
  • Holidays
  • Recipes
  • Sweets and Treats

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Eggnog Crumb Cake - Easy Holiday Breakfast Coffee Cake Recipe! (2024)

FAQs

What is the difference between crumble cake and coffee cake? ›

The main difference between the two cakes is the amount of streusel topping. Crumb cake has a thicker layer of streusel topping than coffee cake. Coffee cake can also be made without the streusel topping.

What pairs with coffee cake? ›

Like I mentioned above, coffee cake is usually served with coffee, but you can serve with tea or a glass of cold milk. If you want to go all out and serve a complete breakfast or brunch spread, go for it. Since this is a sweet dish, I like to serve savory options with it.

Do you eat coffee cake for breakfast? ›

Coffee cake can is a versatile pastry that you can serve for breakfast or dessert! It's nice having an excuse to eat a cake for breakfast, so indulge in a delicious slice in the morning. Or serve it for a snack in the afternoon. It's also amazing served as an after-dinner dessert.

Does coffee cake have coffee in it? ›

No, coffee cake does not taste like coffee. There is no coffee or caffeine in this cake despite its name. This streusel cake tastes like a lightly sweetened cake and oftentimes has spices like cinnamon and nutmeg.

What is the nickname for crumb cake? ›

Streuselkuchen (German pronunciation: [ˈʃtʁɔʏzl̩ˌkuːxn̩]; "crumb cake"), also known in English-speaking countries as crumb cake, is a cake made of yeast dough covered with a sweet crumb topping referred to as streusel.

Is coffee cake considered breakfast or dessert? ›

Coffee cake is whatever you want it to be! Serve it for breakfast, have it on hand to serve afternoon visitors with a cup of coffee or tea, or slice it up for dessert. It's a lovely cake to have on hand when hosting holiday house guests.

Should I refrigerate my coffee cake? ›

Coffee cake can last up to a week in the fridge, though it's worth noting that the cold could cause it to dry out, even if it's still technically good to eat. Tightly sealing the cake can help it maintain its moisture in the refrigerator, but mileage may vary.

What is another name for coffee cake? ›

American Coffee cake—also referred to as gugelhupf or Austrian German: kaffekuchen—evolved from other sweet dishes from Vienna. In the 17th century, Northern/Central Europeans are thought to have come up with the idea of eating sweet cakes while drinking coffee.

Why was Aunt Jemima coffee cake discontinued? ›

Aunt Jemima is no longer producing this product due to challenges competing with other products in local supermarkets which resulted in declining sales.

What culture has cake for breakfast? ›

While different nationalities begin their day with breakfast cereals, eggs, pancakes, ham, or sausages, Italians choose cakes and other pastries for breakfast.

What to eat with coffee cake for breakfast? ›

Easy Coffee Cake Serving Suggestions

Pair it with something savory, like a frittata or scrambled eggs, and fresh fruit. Find more of our favorite brunch recipes here! This coffee cake recipe is best on the day on it's baked, but leftovers keep well for up to 2 days.

What coffee is best in cake? ›

A dark roast or robust espresso will give rich, hearty treats plenty of depth, while a lighter, fruitier variety won't overpower a delicate dessert. Follow the recipe's instructions for coffee temperature, too.

How to add coffee to a cake? ›

We recommend dissolving 2-3 tablespoons of instant coffee in 1 tablespoon of hot water. Then add this mixture to the batter along with the other ingredients. This method will give the cake a stronger coffee flavor and a richer color.

Why do people eat coffee cake? ›

Coffee cake is a pastry originally meant to be enjoyed, and even dipped into coffee. It softens the cake when wet and the typical cinnamon filling will sweeten the coffee. Eat and Drink how you please, however.

What makes coffee cake different from cake? ›

Coffee cake is a type of cake that is typically served with coffee. It is usually a sweet, lightly-flavored cake that is often made with ingredients such as butter, sugar, eggs, and flour. It is often topped with streusel or a crumbly topping.

What defines a coffee cake? ›

Coffee cake or coffeecake is a sweet bread common in the United States, so called because it is typically served with coffee. Leavenings can include yeast, baking soda, or baking powder. The modern dish typically contains no coffee.

What does crumbly cake mean? ›

Why is my cake dry? Cakes crumble because they've dried out too much. From years of baking, I know that dry cakes happen for one of two reasons; using too much of your dry ingredients or over-baking your cake.

What's the difference between crumble and streusel? ›

Ingredients: Streusel is typically made with a 1:1:2 ratio of flour, sugar, and butter. Crumble topping, on the other hand, has a higher ratio of sugar to flour, typically 1:1 or 1:1.5. This gives crumble topping a sweeter and more crumbly texture. Texture: Streusel is denser and more chewy than crumble topping.

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