Description
A moist and tender coffee cake featuring fresh orchard apples folded into a cinnamon-spiced batter. This cozy autumn treat is perfectly balanced in sweetness, making it an ideal companion for a morning cup of coffee or tea. With a simple, reliable method, this gourmet-style cake is accessible for any home baker and stays fresh for days.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
3 large Honeycrisp or Granny Smith apples, peeled and sliced
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 tsp ground cinnamon
2 large eggs
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and grease a standard 9-inch square baking pan.
Cream the softened butter and sugar in a large bowl until the mixture appears light and fluffy.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated.
Whisk the flour and cinnamon in a separate bowl to ensure even distribution of spices.
Combine the wet and dry ingredients gradually, stirring until just moistened.
Peel, core, and slice your apples into thin, uniform wedges.
Fold the apple slices into the batter gently using a silicone spatula.
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
Bake for 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool the cake on a wire rack for at least 20 minutes before serving.
Notes
Ensure your butter and eggs are at room temperature for the best emulsification. You can substitute the all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend if needed. Serve warm for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 45
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 145mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg