coffee cake
noun
: a sweet rich bread often with added fruit, nuts, and spices that is sometimes glazed after baking
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Think of it as a fresh, bright, summery take on a classic coffee cake.
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Ella Field, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 June 2026
Between the fresh fruit enhanced by cinnamon and pecans, and the rich coffee cake-like texture, this recipe will become an instant summertime classic in your household.
—Patricia S York, Southern Living, 12 June 2026
With water and time, note of cola, peppermint, coffee cake crumbles, cherry preserves and rich earthiness appear.
—Chris Perugini, Forbes.com, 21 May 2026
Meyer lemons add extra sweetness, too. Dessert or coffee cake?
—Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 17 May 2026
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Ella Field, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 June 2026
Between the fresh fruit enhanced by cinnamon and pecans, and the rich coffee cake-like texture, this recipe will become an instant summertime classic in your household.
—Patricia S York, Southern Living, 12 June 2026
With water and time, note of cola, peppermint, coffee cake crumbles, cherry preserves and rich earthiness appear.
—Chris Perugini, Forbes.com, 21 May 2026
Meyer lemons add extra sweetness, too. Dessert or coffee cake?
—Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 17 May 2026
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“Coffee cake.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/coffee%20cake. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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