Lemon Curd Coffee Cake

Prep: 15 min Cuisine: American

A moist lemon coffee cake featuring tangy lemon curd and a tender crumb, perfect for brunch or teatime, appealing to citrus lovers and those seeking a flavorful treat.

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Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup warm water (105~ to 115~F)
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon rind
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 1/2 to 2 3/4 cups white flour
  • 1/3 cup soft butter
  • 1 egg, slightly beaten
  • 3/4 cup lemon curd
  • chopped walnuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat sour cream until warm.
  2. Add warm water, sugar, grated lemon rind, and salt to the yeast mixture.
  3. Beat in 2 eggs and then add enough flour to make a soft dough.
  4. Turn out onto a floured board and knead for 6 to 7 minutes until smooth.
  5. Place dough in a lightly buttered bowl.
  6. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise until doubled in bulk, about 45 to 60 minutes.
  7. Punch down the dough and roll out.
  8. Spread lemon curd over the rolled dough and sprinkle with chopped walnuts if desired.
  9. Roll up the dough and place in a prepared baking pan.
  10. Brush with the beaten egg.
  11. Bake at the appropriate temperature until golden brown and cooked through.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

914 kcal 46% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 24g 48% DV
Total Fat 49.2g 63% DV
Carbs 102.2g 37% DV
Fiber 10.4g 37% DV
Sugar 7.2g 14% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9918.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 795.3mg 17% DV
Cholesterol 261.5mg 87% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 50.8mcg 6% DV
Vitamin C 10.6mg 12% DV
Vitamin D 0.2mcg 1% DV
Calcium 226mg 17% DV
Iron 4.8mg 27% DV
Diet fit High-protein High-fiber
Contains Milk Egg Wheat/Gluten Tree nuts

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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