Description
A moist and flavorful coffee cake infused with apple cider and warm spices, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup apple cider
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup peeled and diced apples
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (for topping)
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a bowl.
- Cream butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time.
- Mix in apple cider, sour cream, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually blend in the dry ingredients until just combined. Fold in diced apples.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle with brown sugar and walnuts.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh apple cider for best flavor.
- Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream if needed.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American