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Apple Pie Filling Coffee Cake Recipe

Apple Pie Filling Coffee Cake Recipe
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This Apple Pie Filling Coffee Cake combines the classic flavors of apple pie with a moist and tender coffee cake. Layers of spiced apple filling and a buttery streusel topping create a delightful treat that’s perfect for breakfast or dessert. The cake’s tender crumb, enriched with sour cream, pairs beautifully with the cinnamon-scented apples and crunchy streusel, offering a comforting blend of textures and flavors.

Ingredients

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For the Cake:

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup sour cream

For the Apple Pie Filling:

  • 4 cups apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

For the Streusel Topping:

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

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Apple Pie Filling: In a large bowl, combine peeled and sliced apples with granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, flour, and lemon juice. Toss well to coat the apples evenly. Set this mixture aside to allow the flavors to meld while you prepare the cake batter.
  2. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9×13-inch baking pan to ensure the cake doesn’t stick and bakes evenly.
  3. Make the Cake Batter: In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which usually takes about 3-4 minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to fully incorporate them. Stir in the vanilla extract for added flavor.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to ensure they are evenly combined and to help the cake rise properly.
  5. Combine Batter and Sour Cream: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the sour cream. Start and end with the flour mixture, mixing until just combined to avoid overworking the batter and ensuring a tender crumb.
  6. Assemble the Cake: Spread half of the cake batter evenly in the prepared baking pan. Spoon the apple pie filling over the batter layer and spread it out evenly. Then, dollop and spread the remaining batter over the top of the apple filling carefully to cover it.
  7. Prepare the Streusel Topping: In a small bowl, mix together flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Stir in the melted unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. This topping will add a delicious crunchy texture to the cake.
  8. Add Streusel Topping and Bake: Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the top layer of cake batter. Place the baking pan in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Cool and Serve: Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan on a wire rack. Cooling helps the cake set and makes it easier to cut and serve without crumbling.

Notes

  • For best flavor, use tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp in the filling.
  • You can prepare the apple filling a few hours in advance and keep it refrigerated.
  • Make sure the butter is softened, not melted, for creaming to achieve the right texture.
  • If you prefer, ground cloves or allspice can be added to the apple filling for extra spice depth.
  • The cake is delicious served warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

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Keywords: apple coffee cake, apple pie filling dessert, streusel coffee cake, cinnamon apple cake, sour cream coffee cake

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