The Best Apple Coffee Cake with Cinnamon Streusel Topping
Apple Coffee Cake with Cinnamon Streusel and Cream Cheese Glaze – a delicious blend of tender apples, warm spices, and buttery crumb topping. Perfect for breakfast or a treat, with an optional sweet cinnamon glaze for extra indulgence.
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Servings: 9 slices
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 ½ cups peeled and finely diced apples, about 2 medium apples
For the Cinnamon Streusel Crumb Topping:
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Optional Cream Cheese Cinnamon Glaze:
- 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2-3 tablespoons milk, or more to reach desired consistency
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9-inch square baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
Prepare the Cake Batter:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the sour cream, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the diced apples. The batter will be thick.
Make the Cinnamon Streusel Crumb Topping:
- In a small bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Stir in the melted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Assemble the Cake:
- Spread the cake batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon streusel crumb topping evenly over the batter.
Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. The top should be golden brown.
Prepare the Optional Cream Cheese Cinnamon Glaze:
- While the cake is baking, prepare the glaze by whisking together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Gradually add milk, one tablespoon at a time, until the glaze reaches a thin, drizzling consistency.
Finish and Serve:
- Once the cake is done, allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
- Drizzle the cream cheese cinnamon glaze over the slightly warm cake for the best presentation.
Notes
- Apple Varieties: Jazz, Pink Lady, Gala, Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji apples work well in this recipe. They hold their shape and add a nice tart-sweet flavor.
- Storage: Store any leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. The glaze may thicken when refrigerated, so let the cake sit at room temperature before serving if needed.
- Make-Ahead Tip: The streusel topping can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week. This can save you time when making the cake.
- Pan Size: If you prefer a thicker cake, you can use an 8x8-inch square pan. Adjust the baking time accordingly, adding 5-10 minutes as needed.
Nutrition
Calories: 451kcal | Carbohydrates: 61g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 91mg | Sodium: 236mg | Potassium: 164mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 38g | Vitamin A: 708IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 72mg | Iron: 2mg
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