Instructions:
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×9-inch square baking pan or line it with parchment paper, and set aside.
- Prepare Apple Filling:
- In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the diced apples, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender and caramelized, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
- Make Streusel Topping:
- In a small bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon for the streusel topping. Stir in the melted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside.
- Prepare Cake Batter:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- In a separate large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Mix in the sour cream (or Greek yogurt) until smooth, then gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk, and mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Assemble the Cake:
- Spread half of the cake batter into the prepared baking pan, smoothing it out into an even layer.
- Spread the cooked apple filling evenly over the batter.
- Dollop the remaining cake batter over the apple filling and carefully spread it out into an even layer.
- Add Streusel Topping:
- Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the top of the cake batter.
- Bake the Cake:
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve:
- Allow the apple fritter coffee cake to cool in the pan for at least 15-20 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Enjoy:
- Serve slices of the warm apple fritter coffee cake with a cup of coffee or tea, and enjoy the delicious blend of flavors and textures with every bite!
Delight in the irresistible flavors of our Apple Fritter Coffee Cake Recipe, where tender apples, cinnamon spice, and buttery streusel come together in a delectable treat that’s perfect for any time of day. Whether enjoyed as a breakfast indulgence, afternoon snack, or dessert option, this coffee cake offers a delightful twist on the classic apple fritter, sure to please your taste buds and warm your heart. Share the joy of this delicious dessert with family and friends, and savor the comforting flavors of fall with every bite! 🍏🍰☕