French Vanilla Coffee Cake {Recipe}

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My house is pretty quiet right now, but it’s really just the calm before the storm.  As of tomorrow company starts arriving for Everett’s birthday, and judging by the family that we have staying with us and the ever growing list of RSVPs to his birthday party this weekend, my house is going to be bustling very soon.  I’m a mix of excited (seriously, how did he get so big?!) and overwhelmed.

In preparation for my soon-to-be full house, I hit Walmart earlier this week to stock up on supplies, and was thrilled to see that they’re now offering International Delight® coffee creamers in half gallon sizes.  With a house full of company, I’m certainly going to need the half gallon size!international-delight-half-gallon-in-store

But as I sat deciding between the International Delight® French Vanilla, International Delight® Caramel Macchiato, and International Delight® Cold Stone Creamery™ Sweet Cream, I wondered what I was going to serve with it.  After staring at the International Delight® French Vanilla a little longer than the others, it came to me…French Vanilla Coffee Cake!vanilla-bean-coffee-cake-with-international-delight-creamer

This dense, delicious French Vanilla Coffee Cake is the perfect cake to have on hand for company, and easily saves for 3-5 days so you can make it ahead of time.  It’s pretty easy to make too, with total combined preparation and baking time of about an hour.vanilla-bean-coffee-cake-with-fork

But the real key to this recipe is the International Delight® French Vanilla creamer.  While some may only think about putting creamer in their coffee, it actually makes a great ingredient when you want to add a bit more flavor to your recipe.  The rich vanilla of International Delight® French Vanilla makes this coffee cake so much more flavorful than using regular milk.  And, of course the new International Delight® Half Gallon Creamer bottle is easier to hold and pour when baking, as compared to traditional milk cartons or other creamer cartons.vanilla-bean-coffee-cake-with-coffee

And think about it – trying a recipe with one International Delight® creamer leaves you room to try another in your coffee.  I think International Delight® Cold Stone Creamery™ Sweet Cream might be my new favorite!  There might not be enough to share when the guests finally do arrive!international-delight-vanilla-bean-coffee-cake-bite

You will need:
1 1/4 cup flour
2/3 cup sugar
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 cup International Delight® French Vanilla + 3-4 Tbsp for glaze
1 egg
1/3 cup Greek vanilla yogurt, any brand
2 Tbsp vegetable oil
3 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup confectioner’s sugar

Step 1 – Preheat oven to 350.  Grease and flour an 8×8 baking dish or coat in cooking spray.  I actually used an 8×8 disposable baking tin because a mom with company coming into town is a mom who doesn’t have time for dishes!

Step 2 – Combine all the dry ingredients (flour, sugar, and baking powder) in a medium sized mixing bowl and stir well.

Step 3 – Combine all wet ingredients (International Delight® French Vanilla, egg, vanilla Greek yogurt, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract) in a small to medium sized bowl and whisk together.

Step 4 – Add the wet ingredient mixture to the bowl containing the dry ingredients and gently stir.  You want to make sure that you don’t go overboard with the stirring here.  In this case, less is more.  You just want the ingredients to be combined and mostly smooth (tiny lumps in the batter are okay).

Step 5 – Pour batter into your 8×8 baking dish and bake for 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 6 – Combine confectioner’s sugar and 2 tablespoons International Delight® French Vanilla, whisking together until smooth.  You want your glaze to be thin, but not too thin.  Add more International Delight® French Vanilla until you reach your desired consistency. and then drizzle glaze over the top.  Don’t hold back.  This cake deserves a generous drizzle!  french-vanilla-coffee-cake-with-drizzled-icingSlice it however you’d like, but I prefer to cut it in half and serve one half at a time (that always leaves me with a second cake in the fridge or freezer in case more guests arrive).  Serve with your favorite coffee and International Delight® Cold Stone Creamery™ Sweet Cream!  Enjoy!international-delight-vanilla-bean-coffee-cake

Have you ever tried International Delight® creamers?  Which one is your favorite?french-vanilla-coffee-cake

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13 Responses to French Vanilla Coffee Cake {Recipe}

  1. My mom made the best coffee cake when we were growing up. I bet she would have loved this twist on a classic recipe! Sounds delicious!

  2. I need this in my belly immediately! It sounds delicious, and it looks so moist! Om nom nom.

  3. Carolyn West says:

    We always had some kind of coffee cake to serve guests when I was growing up. I am way behind in my entertaining preparation apparently. I should do the same as you… keep half and put half in the freezer. You never know who will stop by. #client

  4. Reesa Lewandowski says:

    This coffee cake looks amazing. I never would have thought to flavor it with coffee creamer. Looks awesome!

  5. Vera Sweeney says:

    I love coffee cake!! This would go perfect with my morning coffee or a cup of tea!!! I never would have thought to flavor it with coffee creamer.

  6. Tara says:

    I’m going to have to try this recipe. The combination of french vanilla with coffee cake sounds delicious.

  7. This looks like a delightful treat.
    And your awesome step-by-step pictures along with your recipe, make it look easy to prepare.

  8. Ann Bacciaglia says:

    This recipe looks so delicious and easy to make. I will have to pick up some International Delight so I can make this for dessert this week.

  9. Lisa Bristol says:

    I always have some International Delight in the house for my coffee. I have never thought to use it for baking before. I am excited to give this recipe a try.

  10. This will be a perfect dessert for this weekend. I will have to try it with the International Delight Caramel Macchiato flavor.

  11. Kathy says:

    That looks very good. I haven’t had coffee cake in a long time either. I’ll have to try it out soon. I’m sure it’s delicious!

  12. Jennifer says:

    Coffee cake is one of my favorites but I have never made it. I love the idea of using the creamer is a great idea to add flavor.

  13. Gabriel says:

    Looks like a can’t miss addition to the recipe. Makes it really easy to be consistent when you make it over and over, also.

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