Easter is the perfect time to
gather with loved ones and enjoy delicious desserts that bring joy to the
table. One treat that never fails to delight is the Easter coffee cake.
From festive Drakes Easter
Coffee Cake creations to the classic O&H Danish Bakery specialty, and even
homemade favorites like traditional cinnamon swirl or the Easter Nest coffee
cake, there’s a recipe for everyone.
Whether searching for a convenient
Costco Easter coffee cake or a Polish Easter coffee cake, you'll find ideas
here.
Drakes Easter
Coffee Cake
Enjoy the season with these
Drakes Easter Coffee Cake,
which is made with only a few ingredients! These Easter-themed treats are
a delightful surprise. They're a tasty way to spread some springtime cheer,
whether you're serving them at your Easter coffee cake brunch table or giving
them as gifts to loved ones.
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Drying time: 6 hours
Total time: 6 hours and 20 minutes
Ingredients to Make Drakes Easter coffee cake
- One carton of coffee cakes from Drake's® Cakes
- One container of white frosting
- Green Food Coloring
- One container of white candy melts
- White Fondant
- Edible Markers in Pink and Black
- One package of chocolate eggs coated with candy or jelly beans
- 1 small bunny cookie cutter
Makes 4 to 8 servings
Directions to Make Drakes Easter Coffee Cake
- Using the small bunny cookie cutter, cut out bunnies from the white fondant that has been rolled out.
- Place on parchment paper and leave overnight or for six hours to dry.
- Make two dots for the bunny's eyes with the black edible food marker, and a pink dot for the nose and the inside of the ears with the pink food marker.
- Follow the directions on the package to melt the candy coating. Put a tiny bit of melted candy coating in the center of each bunny, then quickly place a candy egg on top of it.
- For the bunny's arms, cut out only the ears from the white rolled fondant.
- Melt the candy coating and wrap the arms around the egg.
- To achieve the desired color, add a few drops of green food coloring to the white frosting.
- Next, use a #233 grass piping tip to pipe the frosting onto the cake's top.
- In the center of each coffee cake, place the bunny and decorate with candy eggs.
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O&H Danish Bakery Easter Coffee Cake
This O&H Danish Bakery Easter
coffee cake is one of the best Easter coffee cake you can serve.
This coffee cake must be on your Easter morning menu when you wake up and anticipate the celebrations that day. This coffee cake begins with golden crust, followed by the addition of sweet cinnamon.
Cover that with a layer of renowned carrot cake and cover it with smooth, creamy cream cheese. Top this coffee cake with a drizzle of sweet icing and a scattering of buttery streusel. You only need to pour the coffee—there's no need to search for anything to serve!
Net weight: 1 lb. 8 oz. (680.3 g)
1 Easter coffee cake
Servings: 12
The best way to enjoy O&H Danish
Bakery Easter coffee cakes is at room temperature. Place on a cutting surface
after removing the plastic packaging. Then, using a sharp knife, gently cut
through the coffee cake and serve. Eat, serve, and repeat! Store in the freezer
for up to five months or in the refrigerator for up to ten days.
Easter Coffee Cake
This recipe for traditional Easter coffee cake is great for breakfast, brunch, or any time of day! This recipe delivers that classic Easter crumb cake texture everyone loves.
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 45 minutes
Total time: 55 minutes
Servings: 15
Calories: 380 KCAL
Ingredients to Make this Easter Coffee Cake
- Two large eggs that have been lightly beaten
- A cup or more of vegetable oil
- One and 1/4 cups of milk
- One tablespoon of vanilla extract
- Add three cups of all-purpose flour.
- One cup of sugar
- One tablespoon of baking powder
- Half a teaspoon of salt
- One and 1/4 cups of packed light brown sugar
- One tablespoon of ground cinnamon
- Four tablespoons of unsalted melted butter
Instructions to Make this Easter Coffee Cake
- Oven temperature: 350 degrees. Grease a 9 x 13-inch pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the eggs, oil, milk, and vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, blend the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- Mix together the dry ingredients and wet ingredients. Pour 1/2 of the cake batter into the baking dish.
- Combine the brown sugar and cinnamon in a bowl.
- On top of the cake mixture, drop six scoops of the sugar mixture.
- Make swirls with the sugar mixture using a butter knife.
- Add the melted butter to the remaining sugar mixture. Sprinkle the remaining cake with the sugar mixture using your fingers.
- Bake the cake for thirty-five to forty minutes.
Nutritional Information
Serving |
1 g |
Carbohydrates |
49 g |
Fat |
19 g |
Polyunsaturated fat |
14 g |
Sodium |
192 MG |
Sugar |
29 g |
Calories |
380 KCAL |
Protein |
4 g |
Saturated fat |
4 g |
Cholesterol |
35 MG |
Fiber |
1 g |
Easter Nest Coffee Cake
The Easter Nest coffee cake is a
family favorite across many cultures, with roots in Polish Easter coffee cake
traditions. Even today, many families continue to use this wonderful recipe in
various variations. Rising time is not reflected in prep time.
Yield: 6 to 8
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Total time: 40 minutes
Ingredients to Make Easter Nest coffee cake
- One package of dry active yeast
- 1/4 cup shortening and 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- Half a cup of milk
- Three cups of all-purpose flour
- One lightly whisked egg, your preferred frosting, and decorations
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Instructions to Make Easter Nest Coffee Cake
- In 1/4 cup of warm water, soften the yeast. Put aside. Cool to lukewarm after heating milk, sugar, shortening, and 1 tsp salt until the sugar dissolves. Add 1 cup of flour and beat until smooth.
- Beat well after adding the egg and yeast. Add enough of the leftover flour to create a soft, kneaded dough. Turn once in a bowl that has been oiled. Cover and let it to double in size.
- Divide the risen dough into thirds and punch it down. Cover and give it ten minutes to rest. Make six "eggs" out of one-third of the dough. Arrange closely in the middle of the baking sheet that has been oiled. Twist the remaining two pieces into three ropes. Wrap the "eggs" in a coil and seal the ends. Cover and let it to double in size. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until golden brown, at 375 degrees. Take off the sheet and let it cool. Frost and decorate.
Conclusion: Easter Coffee Cake
Coffee cakes unite people in
celebration, whether it's through homemade recipes that are loved all over the
world or Easter coffee and cake in Nottingham cafes.
Whether you go for the charm
of a bunny-topped Drakes cake, the richness of O&H’s Danish creation, or
the warm comfort of a homemade cinnamon swirl, these cakes will make your
Easter gathering truly special.
Whichever recipe you try,
these Easter coffee cake ideas are sure to make your gathering warm, festive,
and unforgettable.
FAQs: Easter
Coffee Cake
What is the best Easter coffee cake recipe ever?
The best Easter coffee cake
recipe often includes a soft, buttery base with a cinnamon swirl and crumb topping.
Many families also enjoy festive twists like the Easter Nest coffee cake or
bakery-style options from O&H Danish.
Can I make a 3 ingredient coffee cake for Easter?
Yes!
A quick 3 ingredient coffee
cake can be made using cake mix, eggs, and sour cream. While simple, it’s a
great last-minute Easter brunch coffee cake idea.
Is Mary Berry’s coffee cake good for Easter?
Absolutely. Mary Berry’s
coffee cake is a best coffee cake recipe ever with a light sponge and
coffee-flavored icing. It is a wonderful alternative to traditional Easter
coffee cakes.
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