Delicious Strawberry Jam Coffee Cake

Coffee and cake are a classic combination that many people love. And what could be better than a coffee cake with fresh strawberries and strawberry jam? This moist and flavorful Strawberry Jam Coffee Cake is the perfect treat to enjoy with your morning cup of coffee or tea. The recipe is easy to follow, and the result is a delicious cake that will impress all of your guests.

This Strawberry Jam Coffee Cake is perfect for a lazy weekend brunch or as an afternoon snack. The combination of fresh strawberries and strawberry jam creates a sweet and tangy flavor that will leave you wanting more. The cake is moist and tender, with a crunchy streusel topping that adds an extra layer of texture and flavor.

The recipe is easy to follow, and the ingredients are readily available in most grocery stores. You can also adjust the sweetness of the cake by using more or less strawberry jam, depending on your preference.

In conclusion, if you’re looking for a delicious and easy-to-make cake recipe that’s perfect for any occasion, give this Strawberry Jam Coffee Cake a try. You won’t be disappointed!

Strawberry Jam Coffee Cake

Ingredients

Streusel

• ½ cup light brown sugar

• ¼ tsp kosher salt

• 6 tbsp butter, melted and cooled slightly

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

Cake Batter

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

• ½ tsp baking soda

• ½ tsp baking powder

• ½ tsp kosher salt

• 6 tbsp (or 3oz) unsalted butter, softened

• ¾ cup granulated sugar

• 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract

• 1 egg, at room temperature

• ¾ cup (or 8oz) sour cream, at room temperature

• 2 tbsp freshly squeezed orange juice

• ¾ lb fresh strawberries, trimmed and diced

• ¾ cup strawberry jam

• Softened salted butter, for serving

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 5”x10” (or 1.5-lb) loaf pan with butter and line it with parchment paper (allow the parchment to overhang at least 2 inches).

2. For the streusel, combine the brown sugar and salt in a mixing bowl. Pour in the melted butter and use a fork to mix. Lastly, add in the flour and mix with the fork until just combined (it should be thick and crumbly). Set the bowl of streusel in the fridge.

3. For the cake batter, combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl. Whisk to combine.

4. Add the softened butter and sugar to the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Cream together until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Mix in the vanilla. Add the egg and continue to mix until incorporated, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed. Lastly, mix in the sour cream and orange juice.

5. Add the dry ingredients and mix on low until just incorporated. Fold in the fresh strawberries using a rubber spatula.

6. Spread half of the batter into the prepared pan. Dollop in half of the strawberry jam. Use a knife to swirl the jam into the batter. Top with half of the streusel. Spread the remaining batter into the pan. Repeat with the jam and streusel.

7. Bake on the middle rack, uncovered, for 45 minutes. Cover the pan with a piece of aluminum foil. Continue to bake for about 25-30 minutes longer, or until the cake is just cooked through.

8. Remove the pan from the oven and let cool for about 30 minutes. Use the parchment paper to gently lift the cake out of the pan and set it on a cooling rack. Allow the cake to cool for another 30 minutes.

9. Serve the cake warm, using a serrated knife to cut it into thick slices. Spread the softened salted butter onto each slice (optional).