Description

This soft, buttery coffee cake is layered with spiced apples and brown sugar crumble, then finished with a sweet glaze. Perfect for cozy mornings or holiday brunch.

Ingredients

For the Coffee Cake:

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

1 cup brown sugar, packed

4 large eggs

2 tsp vanilla extract

3 cups all-purpose flour

2 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp salt

1 cup milk

For the Apple Mixture:

2–3 cups peeled and diced apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)

1/2 cup brown sugar

2 tbsp melted butter

1 tbsp all-purpose flour

1 tsp ground cinnamon

Pinch of salt

For the Glaze (Optional):

1 cup powdered sugar

1–2 tbsp milk or cream

1/2 tsp vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.

Make the Cake Batter:
In a large bowl, cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using a hand or stand mixer for 2–3 minutes.
Beat in eggs one at a time until fully combined. Add vanilla extract and mix.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
Alternate adding the flour mixture and milk in three additions, mixing until just combined. Set aside.

Prepare the Apple Mixture:
In a large bowl, combine diced apples, brown sugar, melted butter, flour, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until apples are evenly coated. Set aside.

Assemble the Cake:
Spread half of the cake batter into the prepared pan.
Layer with half of the apple mixture.
Spoon remaining cake batter over the apples, then top with the remaining apple mixture.

Bake:
Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Let cool to room temperature before glazing.

Make the Glaze (Optional):
In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Drizzle over cooled cake and let set before serving.

Notes

Use tart apples like Granny Smith for balanced flavor.

For extra crunch, add chopped pecans or walnuts to the apple mixture.

The glaze is optional but adds a sweet finishing touch.

Store leftovers covered at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate up to 5 days.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45–55 minutes
Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American