The March 2011 Daring Baker’s Challenge was hosted by Ria of Ria’s Collection and Jamie of Life’s a Feast. Ria and Jamie challenged The Daring Bakers to bake a yeasted Meringue Coffee Cake.

The Meringue Coffee Cake I made was delicious!  One was eaten at home and the other accompanied hubby to work and yielded NO (zero) leftovers!  Even my 3 year old enjoyed this cake.  This is definitely a keeper recipe and I’ve linked it for you to print and make yourself!

Download the printable .pdf of the challenge HERE!

The dough was gently spiced with cardamom.  The filling was a blend of cardamom, ginger, cinnamon, cayenne and cumin (it was my intention to use Garam Masala, but alas I had none). Mixed with sugar and sprinkled on the meringue layer. I also used cashews and 60% cacao Ghiradelli chocolate chips.

Meringue Filled Yeasted Coffee Cake

Meringue Filled Yeasted Coffee Cake with powdered sugar

Too much cooking for one little guy!

This challenge was supervised by my youngest – he is very attentive in the kitchen – I’m thinking he’ll be my chef one day.  This challenge wore him out.