Start your day with a slice of this delicious Apple Coffee Cake, a perfect pairing for your morning cup of coffee. This cake combines the natural sweetness of honey crisp apples with the warm spice of cinnamon and the richness of coconut sugar. Topped with a nutty crumble made from walnuts and hazelnuts, this cake is not only flavorful but also has a delightful texture. The Greek yogurt in the batter keeps the cake moist and tender, making every bite a comforting treat.
Why You'll Love This: This Apple Coffee Cake is the ideal breakfast or brunch treat. The combination of tart apples, warm cinnamon, and a rich crumble topping creates a flavor profile that's both comforting and satisfying. The use of coconut sugar adds a subtle caramel-like sweetness, while the Greek yogurt ensures the cake remains moist and fluffy. The crumble topping with chopped nuts adds a delightful crunch that contrasts beautifully with the soft cake.
Perfect Occasion: Perfect for a leisurely weekend breakfast, brunch with friends, or as a snack with your afternoon coffee or tea. It’s also a wonderful treat to bring to gatherings or potlucks, where its warm flavors and inviting aroma are sure to make it a hit.
Decoration Tips:
- Apple Slices: Arrange thin slices of apple on top of the crumble before baking for a beautiful and rustic look.
- Powdered Sugar: Lightly dust the cooled cake with powdered sugar for a simple yet elegant finish.
- Drizzle: Add a light drizzle of caramel sauce over the top for extra indulgence.
Ingredients:
Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¾ teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Wet Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup coconut sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup nonfat Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
- 2 honey crisp apples, chopped
For the Crumble:
- 3/4 cup coconut sugar
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 2 tablespoons chopped hazelnuts
Recipe:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and cinnamon. Set aside.
- Make the Crumble:
- In a separate bowl, combine the coconut sugar, flour, cinnamon, melted butter, walnuts, and hazelnuts. Mix until the ingredients form a crumbly texture. Set aside.
- Prepare the Batter:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the room temperature butter and coconut sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla bean paste and Greek yogurt, mixing until smooth.
- Sift the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, folding gently to combine.
- Fold in the chopped apples until evenly distributed.
- Assemble the Cake:
- Pour the batter into a greased or lined 9-inch cake pan.
- Evenly sprinkle the crumble mixture over the top of the batter.
- Bake:
- Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 40-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve:
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and enjoy your Apple Coffee Cake with a cup of coffee or tea.
Enjoy this Apple Coffee Cake, the perfect blend of sweet, tart, and spice to start your day on a delicious note!