Coffee cakes make a big appearance in these cookbooks, implying that they were all the rage at the time. This recipe includes a topping that caramelizes as it bakes, resulting in a fluffy cake with a crispy, candy-like topping. The perfect sweet balance to a strong cup of coffee.

A fluffy, delicious biscuit, perfect for a Saturday morning breakfast treat with a lovely cup of coffee.

If you like a savory biscuit, double the salt. I you like a sweet biscuit, double the sugar. If you like both, double both!

My mother loved making this Carrot Bread. You can see her handwritten “good” notation on the recipe page. It was decadent when I was a child, but people I’ve served it to have ask, “Where’s the cream cheese frosting?” Nice idea.