Walnut & Apple Coffee Cake
A comforting and cozy treat perfect for the fall, made with tender apples, crunchy walnuts, and a crumbly topping—ideal for sharing with loved ones.
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 1/4 cup oil
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup chopped apples Recommended: Granny Smith or Honeycrisp
For the Topping
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp flour
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 cup walnuts chopped
- 2 tbsp melted butter
For the Glaze
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp milk
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees.
- In a small bowl, mix together 1 1/2 cups of flour, 3/4 cup of sugar, 2 tsp. of baking powder, and 1/2 tsp. of salt.
- In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup of oil, 1 egg, 1 tsp. of vanilla extract, and 1/2 cup of milk until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture, being careful not to over-stir; a few lumps are perfectly fine!
- Fold in 3/4 cup of chopped apples and carefully pour the batter into a greased 8×8 pan.
Making the Topping
- In a small bowl, mix together the topping ingredients: 1/2 cup of brown sugar, 2 tablespoons of flour, 2 teaspoons of cinnamon, and 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts, followed by adding 2 tablespoons of melted butter.
Baking
- Sprinkle the topping over the batter and press it lightly into the cake for that wonderful crunch.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Serve warm or allow it to cool slightly.
Notes
You can modify this recipe with your favorite fruits, nuts, or spices. Leftover cake keeps well in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the fridge for up to a week.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 120mgSugar: 12g
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