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Classic Irish Coffee Cake Recipe with Easy Bailey’s Glaze Perfect for Cozy Mornings

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A tender, flavorful Irish coffee cake with a gentle coffee undertone and a creamy Bailey’s Irish Cream glaze, perfect for cozy mornings and casual get-togethers.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (312 g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 2 tsp (8 g) baking powder
  • ½ tsp (2 g) baking soda
  • ½ tsp (3 g) salt
  • ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup (50 g) packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ¾ cup (180 ml) strong brewed coffee, cooled
  • 2 tsp (10 ml) pure vanilla extract
  • ½ cup (120 g) sour cream
  • 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 3 tbsp (45 ml) Bailey’s Irish Cream
  • 1 tbsp (14 g) unsalted butter, melted (optional)
  • ½ tsp (2.5 ml) vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch baking pan with butter and line it with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together sifted all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes with an electric mixer.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, scraping down the sides after each addition to keep the batter smooth.
  5. Stir in cooled brewed coffee and vanilla extract. Gently fold in sour cream until just combined.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently with a spatula until no flour streaks remain.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  8. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Start checking at 35 minutes to avoid overbaking.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, Bailey’s Irish Cream, melted butter (optional), and vanilla extract until smooth and pourable. Adjust consistency with more Bailey’s or powdered sugar if needed.
  11. When the cake is completely cool, drizzle the Bailey’s glaze over the top, letting it drip down the sides. Let it set for 10-15 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Use freshly brewed medium roast coffee for best flavor. For dairy-free, substitute butter with vegan margarine and sour cream with coconut yogurt. Bailey’s glaze can be warmed gently if it thickens too much. For stronger coffee flavor, brush warm cake with cooled coffee before glazing. Gluten-free flour can be used as a substitute for all-purpose flour.

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