Heath Coffee Cake

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A buttery, caramel-crunch cake topped with chopped Heath bars and nuts.
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This Heath Coffee Cake is a nostalgic treat that combines a tender, moist crumb with the irresistible crunch of toffee candy. The batter is simple, relying on brown sugar for deep molasses notes and buttermilk-style tang from the soda and milk. The star of the show is the topping: a mixture of flour, brown sugar, and shortening that forms a crisp, cookie-like crust, studded with chopped Heath bars and nuts. It’s perfect for weekend brunches, afternoon coffee breaks, or as a comforting dessert after a family dinner. The texture offers a delightful contrast between the soft cake interior and the crunchy, caramelized top. Easy to whip together with pantry staples, this cake brings a touch of old-fashioned indulgence to any table.

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Heath Coffee Cake

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Calories: 941.0

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This Heath Coffee Cake is a nostalgic treat that combines a tender, moist crumb with the irresistible crunch of toffee candy. The batter is simple, relying on brown sugar for deep molasses notes and buttermilk-style tang from the soda and milk. The star of the show is the topping: a mixture of flour, brown sugar, and shortening that forms a crisp, cookie-like crust, studded with chopped Heath bars and nuts. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for weekend brunches, afternoon coffee breaks, or as a comforting dessert after a family dinner. The texture offers a delightful contrast between the soft cake interior and the crunchy, caramelized top. Easy to whip together with pantry staples, this cake brings a touch of old-fashioned indulgence to any table.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan or square baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup of the flour, 1 cup of the brown sugar, and the oleo (shortening). Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to mix until the texture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Remove about 1 cup of this crumbly mixture and set aside in a small bowl for the topping.
  4. To the remaining mixture in the large bowl, add the egg, milk, vanilla, baking soda, and salt. Beat until smooth and well combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared greased pan, spreading it evenly.
  6. Sprinkle the reserved cup of crumb mixture evenly over the top of the batter.
  7. Chop Heath candy bars and nuts, then sprinkle them generously over the crumb topping.
  8. Bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving
Calories 941.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3.2g5%
Saturated Fat 1.1g6%
Cholesterol 47.8mg16%
Sodium 97621.2mg4068%
Total Carbohydrate 212.7g71%
Dietary Fiber 3.7g15%
Sugars 121.2g
Protein 15.8g32%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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