Fresh Fruit Coffeecake Recipe

Fresh Fruit Coffeecake

Recipe provided by Leslie Mackie

Watch the video to learn how to prepare this irresistible recipe and delight your loved ones with a burst of fresh fruit flavors!

• Difficulty: Easy
• Servings: 6 to 8
• Nutritional Info Per Serving (1 of 8): Calories 522, Total Fat 19 g, Saturated Fat 12 g, Carbohydrates 80 g, Dietary Fiber 2 g, Sugar 42 g, Protein 8 g, Cholesterol 94 mg, Sodium 469 mg
• Total Time: 2 hr 35 min
• Preparation: 20 min
• Resting Time: 45 min
• Baking Time: 1 hr 30 min

Ingredients

• 12 tablespoons (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened, plus additional for greasing the pan
• 3 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups ripe fruit (whole berries or fruit cut into 1/2-inch pieces)
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
• Edible flowers and powdered sugar, for decoration (optional)

Directions

1. Position an oven rack in the center and preheat your oven to 350F. Butter a 12-cup Bundt pan thoroughly to ensure perfect release.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Reserve 1/4 cup of this mixture in a separate bowl, then toss the fruit in the reserved flour to coat evenly and prevent sinking.
3. Using an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar at medium speed until the mixture becomes smooth and pale, about 5 to 8 minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Beat in the vanilla extract for that aromatic lift.
4. Reduce the mixer speed to low, then add the flour mixture and buttermilk alternately, starting and ending with the flour. Gently fold in the floured fruit to keep it juicy and vibrant.
5. Transfer the batter into the prepared pan, filling it about two-thirds full for an even rise.
6. Bake for approximately 1 1/2 hours, or until the cake surface turns golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out cleanyour kitchen will fill with an irresistible aroma!
7. Allow the coffee cake to cool in the pan for 45 minutes. Run a knife around the edges to loosen it, then invert onto a serving plate for a stunning presentation.

This recipe is contributed by a professional chef or culinary expert and has not undergone home kitchen testing. Get baking and create a moist, fruit-packed masterpiece today!