Best Almond Paste Twirl Coffee Cake Recipes

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ALMOND COFFEE CAKE



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Enjoy the taste of almond in this coffee cake topped with berries - perfect for a wonderful breakfast

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 2h

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup butter or margarine, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
4 oz almond paste (1/3 cup)
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup sliced almonds
Powdered sugar, if desired
Fresh berries, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Line 8-inch square pan with foil, leaving 1 inch of foil overhanging at 2 opposite sides of pan; spray foil with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar and almond paste with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Beat in almond extract and eggs until well blended. On low speed, beat in flour, baking powder and salt just until blended. Spread batter in pan; sprinkle with almonds.
  • Bake 45 minutes or until tooth-pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely in pan on cooling rack, about 1 hour. Use foil to lift cake out of pan; cut into squares. Sprinkle with powdered sugar. Garnish with berries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 403, Carbohydrate 46 g, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 210 mg

ALMOND COFFEE CAKE



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Take care of the fuss of this Almond Coffee Cake with a surprise ingredient. You don't need mad baking skills to make this scrumptious Almond Coffee Cake!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Dairy

Time 52m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
3/4 cup powdered sugar, divided
3/4 tsp. almond extract, divided
1 egg, separated
1 can (8 oz.) refrigerated crescent dinner rolls
2 tsp. milk
2 Tbsp. sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375ºF.
  • Mix cream cheese, 1/4 cup sugar, 1/2 tsp. extract and egg yolk until blended.
  • Unroll crescent dough onto center of baking sheet; press seams and perforations together to seal. Spread cream cheese mixture into 3-inch-wide lengthwise strip down center of dough to within 1/4 inch of short ends.
  • Make cuts, 1-1/2 inches apart, down both long sides of dough to within 1/2 inch of cream cheese mixture. Starting at one short end, bring opposite strips of dough together over filling, then twist gently in center to secure. Whisk egg white until foamy; brush onto dough.
  • Bake 18 to 22 min. or until lightly browned. Cool 15 min.
  • Mix remaining sugar, extract and milk until blended; drizzle over coffee cake. Sprinkle with nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 2 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Sodium 340 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 g

ALMOND BUTTERMILK COFFEE CAKE



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Every bite of this almond buttermilk coffee cake is so dense, fragrant, and fluffy, laced with crispy apples and loaded with a nutty topping.

Provided by crys

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Almond Dessert Recipes

Time 1h39m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 ½ crispy apples - peeled, sliced into thin wedges, and halved, divided
6 tablespoons sliced almonds
3 ½ tablespoons unsalted butter
¼ cup white sugar
¼ cup light brown sugar
1 egg
2 tablespoons applesauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 cup buttermilk
¾ teaspoon almond extract
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup rolled oats
3 tablespoons butter, melted
⅓ cup light brown sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1 pinch salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (375 degrees C). Lightly butter an 8-inch baking pan.
  • Arrange enough apple wedges to form a single layer over the bottom and sides of the prepared pan.
  • Heat a saucepan over medium heat. Add almonds; cook and stir until toasted, 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Beat 3 1/2 tablespoons butter, white sugar, and 1/4 cup brown sugar together in a bowl using an electric mixer until smooth. Add egg, applesauce, and honey; beat until smooth. Stir buttermilk, almond extract, and vanilla extract into the batter.
  • Combine flour, baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a bowl; stir mixture into the batter. Mix until well combined. Fold in 3/4 of the remaining apple wedges. Pour batter into the prepared pan. Top with 2 tablespoons toasted almonds.
  • Bake the preheated oven for 35 minutes.
  • Heat oats in a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir until slightly toasted, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir 3 tablespoons butter and 1/3 cup brown sugar together in a bowl until combined. Add remaining almond slices, oats, milk, and 1 pinch salt.
  • Top the cake with remaining apple slices and oat mixture. Return to the oven and continue baking until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean, 10 to 15 minutes more. Let cool to room temperature, at least 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270.2 calories, Carbohydrate 39.8 g, Cholesterol 39.7 mg, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 320.7 mg, Sugar 21.3 g

ALMOND COFFEE CAKE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 tablespoons Daisy Brand Cottage Cheese
2 tablespoons almonds, sliced
2½ cups flour
1 cup sugar
6 ounces butter
1 teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¾ cup Daisy Brand Sour Cream
2 eggs
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 cup softened cream cheese

Steps:

  • 1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • 2.Spray a 9-inch spring form pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  • 3.Combine the flour and ¾ cup sugar in a bowl.
  • 4.Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • 5.Reserve 1 cup of the mixture and set it aside. To the remaining crumb mixture add the baking powder, salt, sour cream, 1 egg, and almond extract. Blend well.
  • 6.Spread the batter in pan. In a separate mixing bowl combine cream cheese, cottage cheese and ¼ cup sugar and beat with the paddle attachment of the mixer.
  • 7.Add the remaining egg and beat an additional minute until blended well.
  • 8.Pour the cheese mixture over the batter in the pan.
  • 9.Combine the reserved crumb mixture with almonds. Sprinkle over the cheese mixture in the pan.
  • 10.Bake at 350°F for 45-50 minutes or until cheese mixture is set and cake is firm and slightly pulling away from the sides of the pan. Cool before removing the sides of the pan and serving.

ALMOND PASTE TWIRL COFFEE CAKE



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Make and share this Almond Paste Twirl Coffee Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CrazyLadyMe

Categories     Breads

Time 3h25m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups flour
1 (1/4 ounce) package yeast
1 cup milk
6 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 egg
powdered sugar
1 cup granulated sugar
6 tablespoons butter
2/3 cup ground almonds (also known as almond flour)
1 teaspoon almond extract

Steps:

  • In a large mixer bowl, combine 2 cups flour & yeast.
  • On the stove, heat milk, butter, granulated sugar & salt until 115-120 degrees. Don't worry if the butter isn't completely melted.
  • Add to dry mixture in bowl.
  • Add egg, beating at a low speed for 1/2 minute. Be sure to scrape the bowl during mixing so as to get all yeast incorporated.
  • Beat at a high speed for 3 minutes.
  • Stir in the remaining flour (and up to 1/2 cup more to make a soft, knead-able dough).
  • Knead on floured surface until smooth.
  • Put ball in greased bowl. Flip to grease both sides.
  • Cover with damp cloth & let rise in a warm place until double (1-1 1/2 hours).
  • Punch dough down & let rest 10 minutes.
  • Roll into a rectangle (about 12x18 inches).
  • Make the almond filling by creaming together sugar and butter. Stir in slmonds & extract.
  • Spread the almond filling over the pastry.
  • roll from the long edge & pinch to seal.
  • Place seam side down on greased baking sheet (can be shaped as necessary to fit onto baking sheet).
  • Cut every 1/2 inch to within 1/2 inch of bottom. Gently pull each slice alternately to left & right.
  • Let rise in warm place until nearly double (about 1 hour).
  • Bake in 375 degree overn for 20-25 minutes.
  • While still hot, sprinkle with powdered sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.3, Fat 9.4, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 29.3, Sodium 129.2, Carbohydrate 29.1, Fiber 1, Sugar 13.5, Protein 3.5

ALMOND DANISH COFFEE CAKE



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Filled with almond paste, sugar and butter, this pastry will melt in your mouth. It's a must for me to make each holiday.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 2 coffee cakes (12 serving each).

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon sugar, divided
1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
FILLING:
1 can (8 ounces) almond paste, cubed
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 large egg
1 teaspoon water
GLAZE:
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
2 to 3 tablespoons milk
Sliced almonds

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, dissolve yeast and 1 teaspoon sugar in water; let stand for 5 minutes and set aside. In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt and remaining sugar; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add egg and cream to yeast mixture. Add to flour mixture; stir to form a stiff dough. Divide in half; cover and refrigerate for 3 hours. , In a small bowl, beat the almond paste, brown sugar and butter until smooth. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion of dough into a 15x6-in. rectangle. Spread filling down center third of dough to within 1/2 in of edges. Beat egg and water; brush over edges of dough. , Fold sides over filling; seal seam and edges. Place seam side down on greased baking sheets. Cut five to six small slits in top. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 30 minutes. , Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely. , For glaze, combine confectioners' sugar, extract and enough milk to achieve desired consistency; drizzle over coffee cakes. Sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 116mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CRANBERRY ALMOND COFFEE CAKE



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"Cranberries add a delightful tartness to this coffee cake that is a Christmas morning tradition for my family," writes Anne Keenan from Nevada City, California. "I make my own almond paste to use when making this treat." (You can find Anne's recipe by searching for "Homemade Almond Paste" in the Recipe Finder)

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup almond paste
6 tablespoons butter, softened
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided
3 eggs
1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour, divided
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/4 cups fresh or frozen cranberries

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, cream almond paste, butter and 1/2 cup sugar until fluffy. Add two eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine 1 cup flour and baking powder; add to creamed mixture. Beat in the remaining egg and flour. Stir in extracts. Gently fold in cranberries., Spread evenly into a greased 8-in. square baking dish; sprinkle with remaining sugar. Bake at 325° for 40-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 91mg cholesterol, Sodium 144mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

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Almond paste twirl coffee cake, also known as sweet bread, is a delicious pastry made with sweet dough that is rolled with almond paste filling to create a swirl design. This type of cake can be served for breakfast, as a snack or as a dessert, and is enjoyed by many around the world. In this article, we will take a closer look at almond paste twirl coffee cake and provide insight into its ingredients, preparation, and history.

Ingredients

To make almond paste twirl coffee cake, you will need the following ingredients:
Dough ingredients:
  • All-purpose flour
  • Brown sugar
  • Active dry yeast
  • Warm milk
  • Butter
  • Egg
  • Salt
Almond paste filling ingredients:
  • Almond paste
  • Granulated sugar
  • Unsalted butter
  • Milk
  • Vanilla extract

Preparation

Dough preparation:
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, yeast, and salt. Mix well.
  2. Add warm milk, soft butter, and egg to the mixing bowl.
  3. Mix the ingredients with a dough hook attachment for 5 to 7 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
  4. Place the dough in an oiled bowl and cover it with a plastic wrap. Leave it to rise for 1 to 2 hours.
Almond paste filling preparation:
  1. In a mixing bowl, add almond paste, granulated sugar, softened butter, and vanilla extract. Mix well to form a smooth paste.
  2. Add milk gradually and mix until the paste is light and fluffy.
Assembly:
  1. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out onto a floured surface to form a rectangular shape.
  2. Spread the almond paste filling over the dough and gently roll the dough into a cylinder shape.
  3. Using a sharp knife, slice the cylinder shape dough into thin slices and arrange them in a greased baking pan.
  4. Leave the dough to rise again for about an hour.
  5. Bake the cake in the oven at 375°F for approximately 40 minutes or until golden brown.
  6. Take the cake out of the oven and let it cool before serving.

History

The origin of almond paste twirl coffee cake is not clear, but it is believed that it is a derivative of a Swedish pastry called Kanelbulle. The cake has been popular in Sweden since the 1920s and is often served with coffee or tea. In the United States, it is also a popular dessert or breakfast pastry and is enjoyed by many during the holidays.

Conclusion

Almond paste twirl coffee cake is a delightful pastry loved by many worldwide. The cake is made with delicious dough and a sweet almond paste filling that creates a lovely swirled pattern when sliced. Whether enjoyed for breakfast, a snack, or a holiday treat, almond paste twirl coffee cake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. With a little bit of patience and effort in the kitchen, you too can make this tasty pastry at home.
Almond paste twirl coffee cake is a delicious and unique cake that combines the nutty flavor of almond paste with the rich aroma of coffee. This cake can serve as a perfect dessert for special occasions or even as a breakfast option when paired with a cup of coffee or tea. In this article, we will discuss some valuable tips that can help you make the perfect almond paste twirl coffee cake recipe.

Tip 1: Choose High-Quality Ingredients

The first tip for making a perfect almond paste twirl coffee cake is to choose high-quality ingredients. To begin with, ensure that you use fresh almond paste that has a soft and smooth texture. You can either make your own almond paste or buy it from a reputable store. Additionally, use high-quality flour, sugar, butter, and other baking ingredients to ensure the best possible results.

Tip 2: Follow the Recipe Precisely

The second tip for making a perfect almond paste twirl coffee cake is to follow the recipe precisely. This recipe involves several steps that require a certain degree of precision. Therefore, it is essential to read the recipe thoroughly before starting and follow all the instructions step by step. This will ensure that you achieve the right texture, taste, and aroma of the cake.

Tip 3: Properly Mix and Knead the Dough

The third tip for making a perfect almond paste twirl coffee cake is to properly mix and knead the dough. This recipe uses yeast as one of the key ingredients, so it is important to activate the yeast properly. Make sure that the water used to activate the yeast is not too hot or cold. It must be at the right temperature to ensure proper activation. Additionally, when mixing and kneading the dough, use gentle and consistent strokes. This will help the dough to rise properly and provide a soft and light texture to the cake.

Tip 4: Roll the Dough Evenly

The fourth tip for making a perfect almond paste twirl coffee cake is to roll the dough evenly. The dough must be rolled into a rectangular shape to ensure that it is evenly spread with the almond paste. Use a rolling pin and smooth and gentle strokes to roll the dough. If the dough is too thick or unevenly rolled, it may affect the overall texture of the cake.

Tip 5: Ensure Proper Layering of Almond Paste

The fifth tip for making a perfect almond paste twirl coffee cake is to ensure proper layering of almond paste. This cake relies heavily on the flavor and texture of the almond paste. Therefore, it is important to spread the almond paste evenly on the dough, leaving some space on the edges for sealing the cake. The almond paste should be thick enough to add a rich and nutty flavor to the cake.

Tip 6: Make the Coffee Glaze Perfectly

The sixth tip for making a perfect almond paste twirl coffee cake is to make the coffee glaze perfectly. This cake is topped with a delicious glaze that combines coffee and sugar to form a perfect blend of sweetness and bitterness. Ensure that the glaze is not too thin or too thick in consistency so that it spreads uniformly on the cake. Additionally, adjust the amount of sugar and coffee as per your preference.

Tip 7: Let the Cake Cool Down

The seventh tip for making a perfect almond paste twirl coffee cake is to let the cake cool down. After baking, the cake must be allowed to cool down for at least 10-15 minutes before serving. This will allow the cake to set and prevent it from crumbling apart. Additionally, you can sprinkle some powdered sugar or cinnamon on top of the cake before serving.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the almond paste twirl coffee cake recipe is a delightful dessert or breakfast option that requires some care and precision to make it perfectly. This article discussed seven valuable tips that can help you make a perfect almond paste twirl coffee cake. Remember to use high-quality ingredients, follow the recipe precisely, knead the dough properly, roll it evenly, layer the almond paste meticulously, prepare the coffee glaze ideally, and let the cake cool down before serving. Following these tips will ensure that your almond paste twirl coffee cake turns out to be a delicious and unforgettable treat for your family and friends.

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