Apple Cranberry Coffee Cake Recipe
Ingredients
This apple cranberry coffee cake recipe is perfect for a weekend breakfast or brunch. It’s loaded with juicy fruit and topped with a crunchy streusel. Here’s what you’ll need to make it:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 1/2 cups (about 2 large) peeled and chopped apples
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350˚F. Grease a 9-inch springform pan with butter or non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar until combined. Add the eggs one at a time and whisk until smooth. Add the vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt and whisk until everything is well combined.
Add the flour and milk to the bowl, stirring until just combined. Fold in the apples and cranberries. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan.
In a medium bowl, mix together the brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Add the butter and using a pastry cutter or your fingers, crumble the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle the streusel over the batter in the pan.
Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool for 10 minutes before releasing the sides of the pan and serving.
Nutrition Facts
This apple cranberry coffee cake is loaded with juicy fruit and crunchy streusel. Each serving has 329 calories, 16 grams of fat, 42 grams of carbohydrates, 2 grams of fiber, 20 grams of sugar, and 5 grams of protein. It’s a great option for a weekend breakfast or brunch.
This recipe makes 8 servings, so be sure to adjust the nutrition information accordingly if you’re making a larger or smaller batch. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Serving Suggestions
This apple cranberry coffee cake is delicious on its own, but if you’re looking to make it extra special, here are a few ideas:
- Serve it warm, with a scoop of vanilla ice cream
- Top it with a dollop of freshly whipped cream
- Mix together a simple glaze of powdered sugar and milk, and drizzle it over the warm cake
- Serve it with a cup of coffee or tea for a special breakfast or brunch
Tips and Tricks
This apple cranberry coffee cake is incredibly easy to make, but here are a few tips to make sure it turns out perfect every time:
- Use a springform pan for easy removal of the cake after baking.
- Be sure not to overmix the batter - just mix until everything is combined.
- If you’re using frozen cranberries, be sure to toss them in a tablespoon of flour before adding them to the batter to prevent them from sinking to the bottom.
- For easy cleanup, line the bottom of the springform pan with parchment paper before adding the batter.
- Allow the cake to cool for 10 minutes before releasing the sides of the pan.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Conclusion
This apple cranberry coffee cake is the perfect option for a weekend breakfast or brunch. It’s loaded with juicy fruit and topped with a crunchy streusel. It’s also incredibly easy to make, so you can whip it up in no time. Enjoy!
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