Description

Sour Cherry Cobbler Coffee Cake is a delightful treat that combines the tartness of fresh sour cherries with a fluffy, moist cake base. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet dessert, this easy-to-make recipe will impress your family and friends. Each bite delivers a burst of cherry flavor complemented by a light glaze that ties everything together. Whether enjoyed warm from the oven or at room temperature, this coffee cake is sure to become a favorite in your home.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup granulated sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ cup unsalted butter
2 large eggs
¾ cup canola oil
¾ cup Greek yogurt
2 cups sour cherries (fresh or frozen)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tsp cinnamon
2 tsp baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 to 3 teaspoons almond milk (or cherry juice)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×9 baking pan with non-stick spray or parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Stir in Greek yogurt, canola oil, lemon juice, cinnamon, and flour until combined.
Mix in baking powder and salt. Gently fold in sour cherries.
Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 45 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar with vanilla extract and almond milk (or cherry juice) until smooth.
Allow the cake to cool slightly before drizzling with glaze. Slice and serve.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 piece (85g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 48g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of sugar based on cherry tartness. You can substitute sour cherries with other fruits like blueberries or raspberries.