Description
This Easy Apple Pie Coffee Cake combines the best of apple pie and coffee cake into one irresistible treat. A moist, buttery cake, filled with spiced apples and topped with a golden streusel, makes this a perfect breakfast, dessert, or afternoon snack. Serve warm with a cup of coffee for the ultimate cozy indulgence!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- All-purpose flour
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Unsalted butter, softened
- Granulated sugar
- Large eggs
- Vanilla extract
- Milk
For the Apple Filling:
- Apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
- Brown sugar
- Ground cinnamon
- Ground nutmeg
- Lemon juice
For the Streusel Topping:
- All-purpose flour
- Brown sugar
- Ground cinnamon
- Unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Prepare the Streusel Topping – In a bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Stir in melted butter until crumbly. Set aside.
- Make the Apple Filling – Toss apple slices with brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Set aside.
- Mix the Cake Batter – In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla extract, then gradually mix in flour, baking powder, salt, and milk until smooth.
- Assemble the Cake – Spread half of the batter into a greased 9×13-inch baking pan. Add the apple filling, then spread the remaining batter on top. Sprinkle with streusel topping.
- Bake – Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 45–50 minutes, until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool & Serve – Let cool before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use a mix of sweet and tart apples for the best flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- For added indulgence, drizzle caramel sauce over the cake before serving.
- Freeze for up to 3 months—thaw overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American