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Brown Butter Zucchini Coffee Cake Recipe

Brown Butter Zucchini Coffee Cake Recipe
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Indulge in the rich flavors of brown butter and zucchini with this delightful Brown Butter Zucchini Coffee Cake. Moist and aromatic, this cake is perfect for breakfast or as a sweet treat with your coffee.

Ingredients

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Cake:

  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, (cut into tablespoons)
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded zucchini, (don’t squeeze out the liquid)

Streusel Topping:

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, (cut into tablespoons)
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Glaze:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9×13 pan and set aside.
  2. Brown the butter for the cake: Melt the butter over medium-low heat until golden brown with a nutty aroma. Set aside to cool.
  3. Prepare the cake batter: Whisk together dry ingredients. In a separate bowl, mix liquid ingredients and combine with dry. Fold in shredded zucchini. Pour into prepared pan.
  4. Make streusel topping: Brown butter, mix with sugar, flour, and cinnamon until crumbly. Sprinkle over cake batter.
  5. Bake: Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.
  6. Prepare the glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, vanilla, and cinnamon. Drizzle over cooled cake.
  7. Serve: Cut into squares and enjoy!

Notes

  • This cake is best served warm or at room temperature.
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: Brown Butter Zucchini Coffee Cake, Zucchini Cake Recipe, Coffee Cake with Streusel Topping

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