Q: I have a coffee house in my town that makes these lovely mini coffee cakes. They come in different flavors. I would like to know how to make these at home with a lower-calorie recipe. A: What a ...

Mix all the ingredients in a stand mixer using a paddle attachment until a crumbly texture is obtained. If cold butter is used, a longer mixing time will be required. If using soft peak butter, make ...

We should all have a solid command of the ABCs of baking. Thankfully, Food52’s Test Kitchen Manager Erin McDowell is here, with tips and tricks to help you master the most essential desserts and the ...

Crumbly bits of cinnamon topping fall from my spoon as sweet, spongey cake practically melts in my mouth. When I close my eyes and take a bite of this delicious cinnamon coffee cake, it feels like I'm ...

Coffee cakes are always crowd pleasers. And, according to cookbook author and cooking teacher Tori Ritchie, once you learn the basic techniques, you can easily make any type of coffee cake imaginable.

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We tasted five store-bought coffee cakes and this one was the best by far. Made using a family recipe, this cake beat all ...