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Cherry Coffee Cake

Published: Apr 4, 2023 by Angela Allison · This post may contain affiliate links.

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Cherry Coffee Cake

Cherry Coffee Cake is a delicious and simple treat made with a cake bottom, cherry pie filling, and streusel topping! This tasty recipe comes together fast and is great for any occasion!

Cherry Coffee Cake slice on a white plate with a slice in the background and striped napkin.

One bite of this flavorful and moist Cherry Coffee Cake and you’ll be hooked! It’s perfectly sweetened with an amazing texture and flavor. This is truly a special treat to have on hand.

If you love cherries, be sure to try my delicious Dried Cherry Scones. And, for another delicious cake treat, you’re going to love this Cranberry Ricotta Cake or this Italian Lemon Ricotta Cake.

Why You Need to Make Cherry Coffee Cake!

This Cherry Coffee Cake recipe is a delicious mashup of sweet and crumbly coffee cake and tasty cherry pie. It’s satisfying and simple, and sure to be your new favorite treat.

Coffee Cake is one of those recipes that’s perfect for entertaining or just having on hand during the week. It’s great enjoyed anytime of the day, for breakfast, snack or a dessert.

This recipe has a rich and buttery flavor that’s enhanced with the addition of the cherry pie filling. The cherry gives a little bit of sweetness and tartness and make this cake extra special.

Slice of cherry coffee cake on a white plate.

You’re also going to love the texture of this recipe with its cake bottom, silky cherry filling, and crunchy streusel topping. It’s classic comfort food that’s perfect enjoyed alongside a cup of coffee or tea.

This particular recipe is simple to make as the food processor does most of the work for you by prepping both the cake bottom and streusel topping.

So, if you’re looking for a delicious and fun spin on your traditional coffee cake, be sure to give this Cherry Coffee Cake recipe a try. You’re going to love it!

Ingredients

overhead photo of ingredients including butter, flour, sugar, brown sugar, egg, and pie filling.
  • Cherry Pie Filling: you can find canned cherry pie filling in the baking section of most grocery stores. You could substitute other canned pie fillings like blueberry or apple, or make your own at home.
  • Flour: here, I am using just standard all purpose flour. You will need it for both the cake and streusel part of the coffee cake.
  • Sugar: just regular granulated sugar works.
  • Baking powder: you’ll need a bit of baking powder for the cake layer.
  • Egg: use a large egg and be sure to beat it before adding to the batter.
  • Butter: be sure you are using cold butter for both the cake and streusel layer. I use unsalted butter but you can use salted and just omit the additional salt in the recipe.
  • Milk: any milk works. Here, I use two percent.
  • Kosher salt: omit the salt if using salted butter.

How to Make Cherry Coffee Cake

Delicious Cherry Coffee Cake is so easy to make with the help of a food processor. Start by lining a 9 x 13 inch baking pan with parchment paper and preheating your oven.

process shots showing how to make recipe including using a food processor to break up the butter and layering it into the baking pan.

Step 1: prepare the bottom layer

First, start by combining the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a food processor. Then, add in the cubes of butter and pulse until the mixture resembles a coarse crumb.

Pour the mixture into a bowl and add in the beaten egg and milk. Mix until the batter just comes together.

Don’t worry if there are chunks of butter in the batter at this point. Also, don’t wash out the food processor since you’ll need it for the streusel layer.

Step 2: pour into baking pan

Pour the bottom cake layer into a greased and lined baking pan. Use a spatula to spread evenly.

Step 3: top with cherry filling

Next, scoop dollops of the cherry pie filling on top of the cake layer. Gently spread it evenly over the batter until it covers the entire pan.

Step 4: make the streusel topping

Lastly, in the food processor, combine the remaining flour, brown sugar, and cold cubed stick of butter. Pulse just until a coarse crumb forms.

Distribute the streusel topping on top of the cherry layer. Spread evenly.

Bake in the middle rack of your preheated oven for about 40 minutes. You will know the Cherry Coffee Cake is done when the filling is bubbly and the streusel starts to brown.

Cherry Coffee Cake with a slice on a plate and a pan of coffee cake in the background.

Let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack. Cut out slices of cake and serve immediately or refrigerate for later.

Recipe Tips

  • Lining your baking pan with parchment paper will allow you to remove the cake easily from the pan to cut into squares.
  • A food processor is the easiest and quickest way to cut the butter into the flour mixture. However, you can always use a pastry cutter or two butter knifes instead.
  • Be sure you are using cold cubes of butter. You will see small chunks of butter in the batter when you pour it into the pan.
  • Canned cherry pie filling can be found in the baking section of most grocery stores. Feel free to substitute other pie fillings such as apple or blueberry.
  • No need to wash the food processor out before using it for the streusel topping layer.
  • You will know the coffee cake is ready when you can see the cherry layer bubbling and the streusel layer starting to get golden brown.
  • Store leftover Cherry Coffee Cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. You can also freeze for up to a month.
Slice of Cherry Coffee Cake on a white plate with a striped napkin in the background.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a coffee cake?

The term “coffee cake” refers to a type of cake served with coffee, rather than a cake that is flavored with coffee. It is usually a moist cake that is topped with a streusel crumb and may including a filling made of fruit, nuts, brown sugar, or cream cheese.

How to store coffee cake?

To store coffee cake first allow it to cool completely. Then, place the cake in an airtight container or wrap tightly with plastic wrap. Store the cake in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze it for up to a month. Let it come to room temperature before serving.

What to make with cherry pie filling?

If you have cherry pie filling and don’t want to use it to make a pie, you can use it for many other sweet treats. These include cherry turnovers, cherry cheesecake bars, a cherry bread pudding, or a cherry coffee cake.

Cherry Coffee Cake slice on a white plate with a striped napkin in the background.

More Coffee Cake Recipes

  • Slice of cinnamon coffee cake on a white plate.
    Cinnamon Coffee Cake
  • Blueberry Ricotta Coffee Cake on a white plate with a fork.
    Blueberry Ricotta Coffee Cake
  • pumpkin streusel coffee cake
    Pumpkin Streusel Coffee Cake
  • Lemon Polenta Cake
    Lemon Polenta Cake

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Cherry Coffee Cake on a plate.

Cherry Coffee Cake

Cherry Coffee Cake has a delicious cake bottom, cherry pie filling, and crunchy streusel topping.
5 from 9 votes
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes minutes
Servings: 20 servings
Calories: 272kcal
Author: Angela Allison

Equipment

  • food processor fitted with blade attachment
  • 9 x 13 inch baking pan

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all purpose flour (270 grams)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ cup cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes (one stick)
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • ¾ cup milk
  • 20 ounce can cherry pie filling

Streusel Topping

  • 1 cup all purpose flour (135 grams)
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • ½ cup cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes (one stick)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Grease a 9 x 13 inch baking dish and line with parchment paper; set aside.
  • In a food processor fitted with the blade attachment, add in two cups of flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Then, add in one stick of cold cubed butter and pulse until the mixture resembles a coarse crumble.
  • Pour the mixture into a large bowl and add in the beaten egg and milk. Stir until just combined. Spread into prepared baking pan. Dollop on the pie filling and spread gently to cover the top.
  • In the food processor (no need to clean out) combine one cup of flour and brown sugar. Then, add in one stick of cold cubed butter and pulse until the mixture resembles a coarse crumble. Sprinkle evenly on top of the pie filling.
  • Bake on the center rack in your preheated oven for about 40 minutes, or until top is golden and the pie filling is bubbling at the edges. Remove from oven and place on a wire rack to cool before cutting.

Notes

  • Lining your baking pan with parchment paper will allow you to remove the cake easily from the pan to cut into squares.
  • A food processor is the easiest and quickest way to cut the butter into the flour mixture. However, you can always use a pastry cutter or two butter knifes instead.
  • Be sure you are using cold cubes of butter. You will see small chunks of butter in the batter when you pour it into the pan.
  • Canned cherry pie filling can be found in the baking section of most grocery stores. Feel free to substitute other pie fillings such as apple or blueberry.
  • No need to wash the food processor out before using it for the streusel topping layer.
  • You will know the coffee cake is ready when you can see the cherry layer bubbling and the streusel layer starting to get golden brown.
  • Store leftover Cherry Coffee Cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. You can also freeze for up to a month.

Nutrition

Calories: 272kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 189mg | Potassium: 85mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 370IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 54mg | Iron: 1mg
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Comments

  1. marguerite Manganaro Marett

    May 03, 2023 at 3:05 pm

    I don’t have milk. Can I use half and half?

    Reply
    • Angela Allison

      May 03, 2023 at 3:59 pm

      That should work!

      Reply
      • marguerite Manganaro Marett

        May 04, 2023 at 4:55 pm

        Thanks. I used 1/2cup of Half and half and 1/4 cup water. The cake was delicious!

  2. Dorothy

    April 11, 2023 at 12:23 pm

    My husband took this to his card playing friends this afternoon I said they were my taste testers. It was a hit!! These men r in their late 70’s & 80’s it was easy to make. I’d definitely make this again

    Reply
    • Angela Allison

      April 12, 2023 at 4:15 pm

      Hi Dorothy. This makes me so happy! Glad you all enjoyed it! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Kim

    April 04, 2023 at 7:31 am

    5 stars
    This cake looks so good! I would have made it already except that I don’t have any cherry pie filling. I’ll be grabbing some later for sure!

    Reply
  4. Casey

    April 04, 2023 at 7:29 am

    5 stars
    I made it for dessert and it was so good that I had another piece for breakfast! This recipe is a winner!

    Reply
    • Angela Allison

      April 04, 2023 at 8:04 am

      Yes! So great for breakfast!

      Reply
  5. Stephanie

    April 04, 2023 at 7:28 am

    5 stars
    OOH so yummy! I think the streusel topping is my favorite part!

    Reply
    • Angela Allison

      April 04, 2023 at 8:04 am

      Mine too! 🙂

      Reply
  6. Amanda Wren-Grimwood

    April 04, 2023 at 6:24 am

    5 stars
    I love any sort of cherry cake, but this one has got my name on it with the streusel topping. Can’t wait to give it a go.

    Reply

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