Let’s be real—who has time for complicated desserts? This easy apple coffee cake will have you looking like a pro with minimal effort. All the warm, comforting flavors of cinnamon, apples, and cake, without the hassle of hours in the kitchen. It’s the kind of recipe that lets you pretend you’ve got your life together, while secretly wondering if you can sneak another slice before anyone notices. Simple, fast, and seriously delicious. What more could you ask for? No more complicated recipes that leave you questioning your life choices—just pure apple cinnamon goodness.
Easy Apple Coffee Cake
A quick and simple apple coffee cake with a moist crumb, cinnamon-spiced apples, and a hint of sweetness.
Ingredients
For the cake:
- 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 milk
- 1 large apple peeled and chopped
For the topping:
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped apple.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- For the topping: Mix brown sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle over the cake batter.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 210
- Total Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
Vitamins and Minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin A: 8%
- Calcium: 2%
- Iron: 4%
- Vitamin C: 2%
- Magnesium: 5%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Add walnuts or raisins for extra texture and flavor.
- Swap out the apple for pears for a fun twist.
- Drizzle with a simple glaze for some added sweetness.
