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Apple Cider Coffee Cake

Deliciously Moist Apple Cider Coffee Cake for Cozy Mornings

A delightful moist Apple Cider Coffee Cake, perfect for cozy mornings and gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 32 oz Apple Cider Fresh apple cider is best
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Room temperature
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Consider organic
  • 1/2 cup Dark Brown Sugar Light brown sugar can be substituted
  • 1 large Egg Room temperature
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be used as an alternative
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be used
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Check expiration date
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adjust to taste
  • 3 cups Peeled and Sliced Apples Use firm varieties like Granny Smith
For the Streusel Topping
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Keep it cold for crumbly texture
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Light or dark brown works
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adjust based on preference
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt A pinch is all you need
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Should be cool

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • 8-inch square baking pan
  • Parchment paper
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking pan.
  2. Pour 32 oz of fresh apple cider into a saucepan and reduce it to about 2 cups.
  3. Thicken the remaining cider to about ⅓ cup for the glaze.
  4. Combine the ingredients for the streusel topping until crumbly.
  5. Toss sliced apples with a tablespoon of cider glaze.
  6. Cream the butter and sugars, then add the egg and vanilla until combined.
  7. Mix dry ingredients and alternate with sour cream and cider.
  8. Fold in the apple slices evenly into the batter.
  9. Spread batter in pan and sprinkle streusel topping. Bake for 30-35 minutes.
  10. Drizzle the glaze over the warm cake and cool before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Soften butter properly and avoid over-mixing for the best texture. Use fresh cider for richer flavor.

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