Description
Imagine slicing into a cake that’s tender, buttery, and crowned with a sweet cinnamon crumble that melts in your mouth. Moist Apple Crumble Coffee Cake brings together juicy layers of fresh apple filling and a rich, sour cream-infused batter for a dessert that’s as cozy as a hug. Perfect for a quick breakfast, easy dinner dessert, healthy snack, or when you’re searching for new breakfast ideas, dinner ideas, or simply an easy recipe to impress your family and friends. The warm spices and melt-in-your-mouth texture make this coffee cake one of the most irresistible food ideas you’ll come across!
Ingredients
Apple Filling:
3 cups peeled and diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon cornstarch
Cake Batter:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup sour cream
Crumble Topping:
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon cinnamon
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Prepare the Apple Filling: In a saucepan, combine diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat until apples are softened and mixture thickens. Set aside.
- Make the Crumble: In a bowl, mix brown sugar, granulated sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Add melted butter and stir to form crumbles.
- Prepare the Cake Batter: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×13-inch pan. In a medium bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla. Alternate adding dry ingredients and sour cream, mixing gently.
- Assemble the Cake: Spread half the batter into the pan. Layer half of the apple filling. Spread the remaining batter, then top with the rest of the apple filling. Finish with an even layer of crumble topping.
- Bake: Bake for 45-55 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs. Cool before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast