Apple Coffee Cake With Crumb Topping Recipe
Apple Coffee Cake with Crumb Topping is a deliciously moist and tender treat, loaded with cinnamon-spiced apples and topped with a buttery, golden crumb layer. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, this easy-to-make recipe is an irresistible crowd-pleaser that pairs wonderfully with coffee or tea.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 9 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
- For the Crumb Topping:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Prepare the Crumb Topping:
- In a bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
- Add melted butter and combine until crumbs form. Set aside.
- Prepare the Cake Batter:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch square baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Mix in sour cream, followed by dry ingredients. Fold in diced apples.
- Assemble and Bake:
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan. Sprinkle crumb topping over the batter.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for the best flavor contrast.
- Substitute sour cream with plain yogurt if desired.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 150 mg