CREAM CHEESE COFFEE CAKE

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These impressive loaves really sparkle on the buffet. You can't just eat one slice of this treat with its rich filling peeking out of sweet yeast bread. Once you drizzled on the glaze and savor that first piece, you'll know the extra work is worth it. -Mary Anne McWhirter, Pearland, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 20-24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1 teaspoon salt
2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
4 cups all-purpose flour
FILLING:
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup sugar
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
GLAZE:
2-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Toasted sliced almonds, optional

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine sour cream, sugar, butter and salt. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, 5-10 minutes or until well blended. Cool to room temperature. , In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add sour cream mixture and eggs. Beat until smooth. Gradually stir in flour to form a soft dough (dough will be very soft). Cover and refrigerate overnight. , Punch dough down. Turn dough onto a floured surface; knead 5-6 times. Divide into fourths. Roll each piece into a 12x8-in. rectangle. In a large bowl, combine filling ingredients until well blended. Spread over each rectangle to within 1 in. of edges., Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; pinch seams and ends to seal. Place seam side down on greased baking sheets. Cut six X's on top of each loaf. Cover and let rise until nearly doubled, about 1 hour., Preheat oven to 375°. Bake 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool. In a small bowl, combine confectioners' sugar, milk and vanilla; drizzle over warm loaves. Sprinkle with almonds if desired. Store in the refrigerator.

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