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Apple Cinnamon Crumble Coffee Cake

A warm and comforting coffee cake featuring layers of moist cake, sweet apple filling, and a crunchy cinnamon crumble topping. Perfect for a weekend brunch or a special breakfast treat.

Prep Time
30 minutes
Cook Time
45-50 minutes
Servings
12
Ingredients
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter, softened
  • 1 3/4 cups Granulated Sugar
  • 2 Eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup Sour Cream
  • 1/2 cup Milk
  • 2 medium Apples, peeled and diced
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Cold Unsalted Butter, cubed

Prepare the Apples

Peel, core, and dice the apples into small pieces. In a small bowl, mix the diced apples with ground cinnamon. Set aside.

Make the Crumble Topping

In a medium bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, and cold cubed butter. Use a pastry blender or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside.

Prepare the Cake Batter

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the sour cream and milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

Assemble and Bake

Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared baking pan. Sprinkle the apple mixture evenly over the batter. Pour the remaining cake batter over the apples. Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the cake. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.

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FAQ

  • Can I use a different type of apple?

    Yes, you can use any type of apple that you enjoy baking with, such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji.
  • Can I make this coffee cake ahead of time?

    Yes, you can bake the coffee cake ahead of time and store it at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat gently before serving.
  • Can I freeze this coffee cake?

    Yes, you can freeze the coffee cake. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then in aluminum foil. Freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.