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Apple Crumb Coffee Cake

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Apple Crumb Coffee Cake is a moist, spiced cake filled with tender apple chunks and topped with a buttery cinnamon crumb. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, this cozy treat pairs wonderfully with a hot cup of coffee and brings the comforting flavors of fall to any occasion.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups peeled and chopped apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)

For the crumb topping:

  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed

For the optional glaze:

  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk or cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla and sour cream until smooth.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chopped apples gently and spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan.
  7. For the crumb topping, combine brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Cut in cold butter with a pastry cutter or fork until coarse crumbs form.
  8. Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the batter.
  9. Bake for 40–45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  10. Let cool slightly before serving. For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth, then drizzle over cooled cake if desired.

Notes

  • Use firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best texture.
  • Chill the crumb topping before baking to keep it from sinking.
  • Add chopped nuts or oats to the topping for extra crunch.
  • The cake stays moist for days — great for make-ahead breakfasts or brunches.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature with coffee or tea.

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