Pennsylvania Dutch Breakfast Cake
Start your morning with the warm, comforting flavors of Pennsylvania Dutch Breakfast Cake, a classic treat that's as simple as it is satisfying. This moist and tender cake features a subtle hint of nutmeg in its buttery crumb, balanced perfectly by a sweet cinnamon-brown sugar topping that crisps beautifully in the oven. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes, this wholesome breakfast option makes an ideal addition to your morning routine or brunch table. Pair it with a steaming cup of coffee or serve with a dollop of butter for a truly authentic Pennsylvania Dutch experience. Perfect for cozy mornings at home, this nostalgic recipe is a must-try for lovers of homemade comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 115 grams unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 240 milliliters buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 50 grams brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch square baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the granulated sugar and unsalted butter using a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the buttermilk and vanilla extract until smooth.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground nutmeg.
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and ground cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the batter.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely or serving warm directly from the pan.
Serve on its own or with a pat of butter for an authentic Pennsylvania Dutch breakfast experience.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3028 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.1 g | 153% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.8 g | 329% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 654 mg | 218% | |
| Sodium | 2555 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 459.0 g | 167% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 262.1 g | ||
| Protein | 47.3 g | 95% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.3 mcg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 456 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 13.9 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 850 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
