Delight in the flavors of this Apple Spice Coffee Cake with Cinnamon Swirl. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, this cake is made with a blend of spice cake mix and apple muffin mix, combined with fresh apples and a rich cinnamon swirl. Topped with optional icing, it’s a moist and flavorful treat that’s sure to please.
Ingredients
- For the Cake:
- 1 box spice cake mix
- 1 package apple muffin mix (6 oz)
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
- 1 cup yogurt
- 1/3 cup oil
- 1 tbsp instant coffee
- 2 fresh apples, peeled and chopped
- 1 cup chopped nuts
- 1 cup almond milk
- For the Cinnamon Swirl:
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1 1/2 tbsp cinnamon
- For the Icing (Optional):
- 3 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1-2 tbsp almond milk
Directions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat to 350°F.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Sift together cake mix, muffin mix, instant coffee, cinnamon, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Blend dry ingredients with eggs, yogurt, milk, and oil in a stand mixer. Add apples and nuts, mix well.
- Prepare Swirl: Mix melted butter with sugars and cinnamon for the swirl.
- Assemble Cake: Pour batter into a greased 9×13 pan, add dollops of the cinnamon mixture, and swirl with a knife.
- Bake: Bake for 30-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Add Icing: Mix powdered sugar, vanilla, and almond milk; drizzle over cooled cake.
Conclusion and Tips
This Apple Spice Coffee Cake with Cinnamon Swirl is perfect for gatherings or a cozy treat at home. Serve warm with a cup of coffee for the best experience. Try adding raisins or a mix of different nuts for extra flavor.
Have you tried this recipe? Share your tips and favorite variations in the comments below. What’s your favorite coffee cake twist?