Description
Indulge in the heavenly flavors of this Apple Coffee Cake, perfect for any occasion—be it breakfast, brunch, or dessert. This delightful treat features a moist cake infused with the warm essence of cinnamon and tart Granny Smith apples. Hidden within is a luscious cream cheese filling that adds richness to every slice. Topped with a crunchy streusel, each bite offers a satisfying texture contrast. Impress your loved ones or enjoy a cozy morning with this easy-to-make recipe that pairs beautifully with coffee or tea.
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup butter
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- dash of salt
- 1 1/2 cups diced, peeled Granny Smith apples
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold, diced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for streusel)
- 1/4 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar (for streusel)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for streusel)
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8 inch baking pan.
- For the streusel topping, mix butter, flour, oats, brown sugar, and cinnamon until crumbly; set aside.
- In a bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Add egg, sour cream, and vanilla; mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt; gradually add to wet ingredients.
- Fold in diced apples and pour batter into the prepared pan.
- Mix cream cheese with sugar and vanilla until smooth; spread over batter.
- Sprinkle streusel on top and bake for about 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Use fresh Granny Smith apples for ideal tartness. Ensure all dairy ingredients are at room temperature for easy mixing. Feel free to add chopped nuts to the batter for added crunch.