Crunchy Apple Coffee Cake Recipe

Name: Crunchy Apple Coffee Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup butter flavor shortening; 1 cup sugar; 2 eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; ½ teaspoon salt; 1 cup sour cream; 2 cups chopped peeled tart apples; ¾ cup packed brown sugar; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 2 tablespoons cold butter; ½ cup chopped walnuts

Servings: persons

½ cup butter flavor shortening
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup sour cream
2 cups chopped peeled tart apples
¾ cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons cold butter
½ cup chopped walnuts

1
In a mixing bowl, cream shortening and sugar.
2
Add eggs and vanilla; mix well.
3
Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with the sour cream.
4
Stir in apples.
5
Transfer to two greased 8-inch square baking pans.
6
For the topping, combine brown sugar and cinnamon.
7
Cut in butter until crumbly.
8
Stir in nuts; sprinkle over batter.
9
Bake in a preheated 350F oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
10
Cool completely.
11
Cover and freeze for up to 6 months.
12
Thaw overnight in the refrigerator.

1175

kcal

Calories

Fat

161

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ½ cup butter flavor shortening, 1 cup sugar, 2 eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and more.

Yes, Crunchy Apple Coffee Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Crunchy Apple Coffee Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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