These Mini Lemon Coffee Cakes are the perfect blend of zesty lemon flavor and a soft, moist cake with a delightful crumb topping. Made with Greek yogurt for extra moisture and topped with a fresh lemon glaze, these mini cakes are ideal for a quick treat or to share with friends. The bright citrus flavor makes them perfect for any occasion, from breakfast to dessert.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
These cakes are a burst of lemony goodness in every bite! The combination of lemon zest, juice, and a sweet crumb topping gives them a refreshing flavor, while the Greek yogurt ensures they stay moist and tender. The mini size makes them perfect for individual servings, and the lemon glaze adds the perfect finishing touch. Plus, they’re easy to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand!
Perfect Occasion:
These mini lemon coffee cakes are perfect for brunches, baby showers, or simply as an afternoon treat. They’re great for spring and summer gatherings when citrus flavors are especially welcome, but they’re delicious any time of the year. Serve them with coffee or tea for a delightful pick-me-up!
Decoration Tips:
For a decorative touch, drizzle the cakes generously with the lemon icing once they’ve cooled. You can also add extra lemon zest on top for a pop of color and flavor. If you want to make them look extra special, add a few fresh berries like raspberries or blueberries on the side.
Ingredients:
Crumb Topping:
- 1/2 cup Flour
- 1/4 cup Sugar
- 1 tsp Lemon Zest
- 3 tbsp Melted Butter
Cake:
- 1 1/2 cups Flour
- 1 cup Sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp Baking Powder
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt
- 1/2 cup Oil
- 2 Eggs
- 1/4 cup Lemon Juice
- 2 tbsp Lemon Zest
Icing:
- 1 cup Powdered Sugar
- 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line four 4-inch cake pans with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Crumb Topping: In a small bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, and lemon zest. Stir in the melted butter until the mixture is crumbly. Refrigerate while you prepare the cake batter.
- Make the Cake Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, oil, eggs, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Assemble the Cakes: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans. Sprinkle the crumb topping over each cake.
- Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool completely in the pans before removing them.
- Make the Icing: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Drizzle the icing over the cooled cakes.
Enjoy your zesty, sweet mini lemon coffee cakes!
