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Apple Cider Coffee Cake Recipe

Apple Cider Coffee Cake Recipe
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This Apple Cider Coffee Cake is a moist and flavorful treat featuring warm spices, tender chopped apples, and a crunchy cinnamon streusel topping. Made with reduced apple cider for a concentrated fruity flavor and finished with a sweet apple cider glaze, this cake is perfect for cozy breakfasts or afternoon snacks.

Ingredients

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For the Streusel

  • 3 ½ tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

For the Coffee Cake

  • 1 ¼ cups apple cider, reduced to ½ cup (see instructions)
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger, pumpkin pie spice, or allspice
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
  • ¼ cup brown sugar (light or dark)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 1 ¼ cups chopped apples, preferably Granny Smith

For the Apple Cider Glaze

  • 1 tablespoon plus ½ teaspoon apple cider
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup powdered sugar (or more as needed for desired consistency)
  • 1 pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Make the Streusel: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and cinnamon. Mix well until crumbly. Place the streusel in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the coffee cake batter.
  2. Reduce the Apple Cider: In a small pot over medium-high heat, bring the apple cider to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer until the cider has reduced to ½ cup, concentrating the flavor. Let it cool completely before using.
  3. Prep the Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Butter an 8-inch round or square baking pan and line it with parchment paper, leaving a 2-inch overhang on the sides for easy removal.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger (or alternative spice). Set aside.
  5. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl or the bowl of an electric mixer, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the bowl.
  6. Add Wet Ingredients: Add the vanilla extract and egg, mixing to combine. Then add the reduced apple cider and Greek yogurt (or sour cream), mixing until just combined.
  7. Combine Batter: Gradually add the sifted dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just incorporated. Fold in the chopped apples carefully.
  8. Assemble the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly using a spatula or offset spatula. Tap the pan sharply on the counter to remove any air bubbles. Sprinkle ½ cup of the chilled streusel evenly over the batter.
  9. Bake: Bake for 25-32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and cool in the pan on a wire rack for at least 1 hour.
  10. Prepare the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, apple cider, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Adjust consistency with more powdered sugar if needed.
  11. Glaze the Cake: Drizzle the apple cider glaze evenly over the cooled coffee cake. Slice and serve.

Notes

  • Reduce apple cider slowly to intensify the flavor and avoid burning.
  • Use Granny Smith apples for a tart contrast, but feel free to substitute with your favorite firm apple variety.
  • For best texture, do not overmix the batter once dry ingredients are added.
  • The cake is best served at room temperature or slightly warmed.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
  • This cake freezes well without the glaze; apply glaze after thawing.

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