Spiced Apple Coffee Cake

This Spiced Apple Coffee Cake is the ultimate comfort food, combining a tender, low-fat buttermilk cake base with the warm flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. The batter is studded with finely chopped apples for moisture and flavor, while a layer of thinly sliced apples on top creates a beautiful, caramelized crust as it bakes. Its not too sweet, allowing the natural tartness of the fruit to shine through. Perfect for weekend brunches, holiday gatherings, or simply as an afternoon pick-me-up with a cup of tea or coffee. The texture is moist yet crumbly, offering a satisfying chew from the apple slices. Easy to make with pantry staples, this cake delivers home-style warmth without the fuss of traditional cream cheese frostings or streusel toppings.

Cooking Method: Baking

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Desserts

Difficulty: Advanced

Servings: 8

Calories: 296.8

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian

Description

This Spiced Apple Coffee Cake is the ultimate comfort food, combining a tender, low-fat buttermilk cake base with the warm flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. The batter is studded with finely chopped apples for moisture and flavor, while a layer of thinly sliced apples on top creates a beautiful, caramelized crust as it bakes. Its not too sweet, allowing the natural tartness of the fruit to shine through. Perfect for weekend brunches, holiday gatherings, or simply as an afternoon pick-me-up with a cup of tea or coffee. The texture is moist yet crumbly, offering a satisfying chew from the apple slices. Easy to make with pantry staples, this cake delivers home-style warmth without the fuss of traditional cream cheese frostings or streusel toppings.

Ingredients

Nonstick coating spray
1/2 cup Granulated sugar -- divided
1 3/4 teaspoon Ground cinnamon -- divided
3/4 teaspoons Ground nutmeg -- divided
1/4 teaspoon Ground cloves -- divided
2 medium Apples
2 cups Low-fat buttermilk baking mix
1 large Egg
3/4 cups Skim milk
2 tablespoons Butter -- melted

Directions

1
Preheat oven to 375F (191C).
2
Lightly coat an 8-inch square baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
3
In a small bowl, combine half of the granulated sugar, half of the ground cinnamon, half of the ground nutmeg, and half of the ground cloves.
4
Peel 1 apple half and finely chop it; thinly slice the remaining 3 apple halves.
5
In a large bowl, combine the baking mix, remaining granulated sugar, remaining ground cinnamon, remaining ground nutmeg, and remaining ground cloves.
6
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, and melted butter.
7
Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined; batter will be lumpy.
8
Fold in the chopped apple pieces.
9
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
10
Arrange the apple slices over the batter, overlapping slightly.
11
Sprinkle the reserved sugar-spice mixture evenly over the apple slices.
12
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a wooden pick inserted into the center comes out clean.
13
Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 296.8kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.2g15%
Saturated Fat 5.1g26%
Cholesterol 65.4mg22%
Sodium 156.2mg7%
Total Carbohydrate 50.8g17%
Dietary Fiber 2.8g12%
Sugars 46.3g
Protein 7.9g16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: apple, cake, coffee cake, cinnamon, buttermilk, breakfast, brunch, dessert, baking, spiced, nutmeg, cloves, vegetarian, easy, comfort food, homemade, fruit cake, quick bread

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