If you are feeling something sweet with apples, combined with the homely warmth of the coffee cake, then this is the perfect apple coffee cake recipe for you. Full of flavor yet so easy to make, this is one fantastic choice, be it breakfast or dessert. In this post, you will find a detailed pattern of how to bake this succulent cake, some tips on enhancing the flavor, and ideas on how to serve this cake. Get ready to impress your friends and family with a sweet treat that will surely turn into one of their favorites!
Ingredients You’ll Need
To make this scrumptious apple coffee cake, gather the following ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups peeled and chopped apples (like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
For the Topping:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (like walnuts or pecans)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Preheat the oven.
Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). This is the perfect temperature to draw from those apples all the delicious flavors.
2. Mix the Cake batter.
In a large mixing bowl, cream
together the softened butter and white and brown sugar until light
and fluffy. This adds air, making your cake rise beautifully. After
that, beat in the eggs one at a time. Stir in the vanilla extract to
give it a warm, inviting flavor.
3. Combine dry ingredients
In
another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, soda, and salt.
Add this mixture to your butter-sugar mix in steps, and, between
those, pour in the milk. Beat until just combined; a few lumps are
fine—remember, overmixing makes a dense cake.
4. Fold in apples
Fold in the chopped apples gently. These jewels add
moisture and flavor to every bite. Imagine sinking your teeth into
that soft, warm cake and hitting a chunk of delicious apple
heaven!
5. Make the topping
Mix together brown sugar,
cinnamon, and chopped nuts in another bowl. This is such a nice,
crunchy topping contrasted against the soft cake. Sprinkle freely
over batter in pan, letting it nestle in nice and neat.
6. Bake to Perfection
Transfer the mixture to the prepared 9 x 13-inch
baking pan and bake in a preheated oven until done. This may take
approximately 35-40 minutes, but when a toothpick inserted into the
center comes out clean, you know this is ready. The aroma wafting
through your kitchen just makes one want to dance with joy!
7. Let It Cool and Serve
Now, allow the cake to cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes. Trust me, it will be worth it when you cut into that heavenly cake. Serve it warm or at room temperature; it's going to disappear in no time!
Serving Tips
This apple coffee cake is fabulous served as a sweet treat with a hot cup of coffee, espresso or pumpkin spice latte. It's equally good served as a dessert after dinner. Want to make it even more decadent? Drizzle some caramel sauce or a dollop of whipped cream on top!
Storage Tips
Allow the apple coffee cake to cool completely before packaging for storage. Wrap the individual pieces or the entire cake tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil to prevent drying out. Pop the wrapped cake into an airtight container or a resealable bag in longer-term storage for much less exposure to air. Freezing may be the way to go for more than a couple of days. Now, slice the cake into portions, wrap each slice well, and place them in a freezer-safe container. When you're ready to serve, let slices thaw at room temperature or gently warm up slices in a microwave.
Time for tasting
This apple coffee cake recipe incorporates sweet apples with a dense, moist crumb that will be perfect for any occasion. You will have a warm dessert with simple ingredients and easy, step-by-step directions to bake a dessert that everyone will enjoy. Feel free to add your touch with your spices and toppings of choice. Try this recipe out today and indulge in the homemade goodness that is bound to impress all your family and friends. Happy baking!
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