Ingredients and Weight:
- Cake flour: 2 cups (240g)
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g)
- Cinnamon: 1 teaspoon (2g)
- Nutmeg: 1/4 teaspoon (1g)
- Butter, softened: 1 cup (2 sticks, 227g)
- Sugar: 1 1/2 cups (300g)
- Eggs: 3 large
- Sour cream: 1 cup (240ml)
- Southern Comfort liqueur: 1/2 cup (120ml)
- Coffee: 1 cup (240ml), brewed strong
Preparation Time:
20 minutes
Cooking Time:
40-45 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients alternately with the sour cream and Southern Comfort, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
- Stir in the brewed coffee.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/8 of cake):
- Calories: 600
- Fat: 30g
- Protein: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 80g
- Sugar: 50g
Dish Characteristics:
- Moist and fluffy
- Rich and flavorful with a hint of Southern Comfort
- Warm and comforting with a touch of coffee bitterness
User Comments:
- "This cake is absolutely delicious! The Southern Comfort adds a unique twist that makes it stand out from other coffee cakes."
- "The texture is perfect - not too dense, not too light. It's the perfect treat for a lazy afternoon."
- "I love the subtle coffee flavor that complements the sweetness of the cake. It's a perfect balance."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have Southern Comfort, you can substitute with another whiskey or bourbon.
- To make the cake ahead of time, bake it and let it cool completely. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and store at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat before serving.
- Serve the cake warm with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream.
