You thought you could escape the classic combo of cinnamon and apple, didn’t you? Well, surprise! This coffee cake doesn’t just roll with it—it owns it. Fluffy cake meets juicy apples, all wrapped up in cinnamon’s cozy embrace. And the best part? It’s not overly sweet, because who needs that when you’ve got enough flavor to make your taste buds send you a thank-you note? Whether you’re pretending this is breakfast or indulging with coffee, this cinnamon apple coffee cake is the kind of dessert you didn’t know you needed—but now, you absolutely do.
Cinnamon Apple Coffee Cake
A perfectly spiced coffee cake that combines tender apples and a rich cinnamon swirl to make every bite irresistible.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 medium apple peeled and chopped
For the cinnamon swirl:
- ¼ cup sugar
- 2 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Cream together butter and sugar in a separate bowl until fluffy.
- Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each. Stir in vanilla.
- Add dry ingredients in two parts, alternating with sour cream. Mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped apple.
- For the cinnamon swirl: Mix sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Pour half the batter into the pan, sprinkle with half the cinnamon mixture, and top with the rest of the batter.
- Swirl the batter with a knife to mix the cinnamon into the cake.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 230
- Total Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
Vitamins and Minerals (per serving)
- Calcium: 4%
- Iron: 6%
- Vitamin A: 8%
- Vitamin C: 2%
- Magnesium: 5%
Additional Notes/Tips
- For extra texture, sprinkle chopped nuts or oats on top before baking.
- Try adding a dash of nutmeg to the batter for an even spicier kick.
- If you’re feeling bold, pair it with a drizzle of caramel sauce.
