Cream Cheese Coffee Cake I

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup softened butter
• 3 eggs
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup strong coffee (cooled)
• 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 1 hour
• Cooking Time: 35 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
3. In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer until creamy. Add the cream cheese and mix until combined.
4. Add the eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Pour the coffee into the flour mixture and stir until combined. Then add the cream cheese mixture and blend well.
6. Pour the batter into a greased and floured 9-inch round cake pan.
7. Bake for 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Cool on a wire rack before serving.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming the dish is served to 8 people)

• Calories: 450
• Fat: 22g
• Carbohydrates: 58g
• Protein: 7g

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and creamy texture from the combination of cream cheese and coffee.
• Perfect balance of sweet and rich flavors that Americans often prefer.
• Soft and moist cake texture.

User Comments:

1. "This is an amazing combination of flavors! The cream cheese and coffee make for a rich and unique dessert." - John Doe, New York
2. "The texture of this cake is so moist and delicious. It's perfect for a special occasion." - Jane Smith, California
3. "This dish is a great way to end a meal, with its rich and creamy taste that everyone loves." - Michael Johnson, Texas

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use softened butter and cream cheese for a smooth mixture.
• Use strong coffee for a stronger coffee flavor in the cake.
• Baking times may vary depending on the oven, so keep checking with a toothpick until it comes out clean.