Description
This applesauce coffee cake is moist, tender, and packed with warm cinnamon spices! A perfect cozy dessert or breakfast treat.
Ingredients
Applesauce Coffee Cake:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon nutmeg
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
¾ cup brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups unsweetened applesauce
½ cup sour cream
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch cake pan.
2. In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
3. In another bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
4. Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing well.
5. Gradually add dry ingredients, alternating with applesauce and sour cream.
6. Stir until fully combined.
7. Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
8. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
9. Let cool before slicing and serving.
Notes
– Use homemade applesauce for a richer flavor.
– Add a cinnamon streusel topping for extra crunch.
– Serve warm with maple glaze or powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Cuisine: Classic Baking
Nutrition
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g