Nothing says comfort like a warm slice of apple coffee cake to enjoy with your favorite cup of joe. This deliciously sweet and moist dessert is perfect for a cozy day indoors or a delightful brunch treat. With tender apples enveloped in a flavorful cinnamon-sugar mixture, this cake is the epitome of scrumptiousness. Follow this easy recipe to create the ultimate apple coffee cake that will have everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients:

– 2 cups all-purpose flour

– 1 tsp baking powder

– ½ tsp baking soda

– ½ tsp salt

– ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened

– 1 cup granulated sugar

– 2 large eggs

– 2 tsp vanilla extract

– 1 cup sour cream

– 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and finely chopped

Cinnamon-Sugar Filling:

– ½ cup packed brown sugar

– 2 tsp cinnamon

– 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan or a square pan of similar size with non-stick cooking spray.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

3. In a separate large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar on medium speed using an electric mixer until light and fluffy; about 3 minutes.

4. Add eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.

5. Gradually alternate between adding the dry ingredient mixture and sour cream to the wet ingredients; beginning and ending with dry ingredients mix until just combined.

6. Spoon half of the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing evenly with a spatula or the back of a spoon.

7. Prepare the cinnamon-sugar filling by combining brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter in a small bowl. Spread half of the apples over the batter in the cake pan, followed by half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture.

8. Spread the remaining cake batter on top of the apple and cinnamon-sugar layers, and finish with a layer of remaining apples and cinnamon-sugar mixture.

9. Bake for 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. If necessary, cover with aluminum foil during baking to prevent excessive browning.

10. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Serve this delectable apple coffee cake warm, or store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. Pair each slice with your preferred coffee or tea for a satisfying morning or afternoon indulgence!