Graham Cracker Apple Delight Coffee Cake
Indulge in the delightful combination of flavors with our Graham Cracker Apple Delight Coffee Cake. This moist and flavorful cake features a rich base made from graham cracker crumbs and fresh chopped apples, perfectly complemented by a buttery crumb topping laced with cinnamon and walnuts. It's the ideal treat for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack, and pairs beautifully with a hot cup of coffee or tea. Share this delicious recipe with friends and family, and enjoy the warmth it brings to any gathering.
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Servings
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Calories
15
Ingredients
Ingredients
graham cracker crumbs
1 cup (crushed)
all-purpose flour
1 cup (sifted)
brown sugar
1/2 cup (firmly packed)
baking powder
2 teaspoons (none)
cinnamon
1 teaspoon (ground)
salt
1/4 teaspoon (none)
butter or margarine
1/2 cup (softened)
milk or half-and-half cream
1 cup (none)
eggs
2 (beaten)
chopped apples
1 1/2 cups (peeled and chopped)
melted butter
1/4 cup (none)
firmly-packed brown sugar
3/4 cup (none)
cinnamon
1 teaspoon (ground)
chopped walnuts
1/2 cup (optional)
graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup (for topping)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
2
In a mixing bowl, prepare the topping by combining 1/4 cup melted butter, 3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, and 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs. Mix until crumbly and set aside.
3
For the cake, in a large bowl, whisk together the graham cracker crumbs, all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup brown sugar, baking powder, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and salt until well mixed.
4
Add softened butter (or margarine) and milk (or half-and-half) to the dry ingredients. Mix on high speed for 2 minutes, or until the batter is smooth.
5
Incorporate the eggs into the batter and beat for an additional 2 minutes to ensure a fluffy texture.
6
Grease a 9-inch square baking pan and pour the batter into it, spreading evenly across the bottom.
7
Evenly distribute the chopped apples over the batter, pressing them slightly into the mix.
8
Finally, sprinkle the prepared crumb topping over the apples, ensuring an even distribution.
9
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10
Allow the cake to cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Graham Cracker Apple Delight Coffee Cake?
It is a moist and flavorful cake featuring a rich base made from graham cracker crumbs and fresh chopped apples, topped with a buttery cinnamon and walnut crumb topping.
How many graham cracker crumbs are needed for the cake base?
You will need 1 cup of crushed graham cracker crumbs for the cake batter.
How many graham cracker crumbs go into the crumb topping?
The topping requires 1/2 cup of graham cracker crumbs.
What ingredients make up the crumb topping?
The topping is made by combining 1/4 cup melted butter, 3/4 cup brown sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, and 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs.
At what temperature should I bake the coffee cake?
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
How long does the cake need to bake?
Bake the cake for 35-40 minutes.
How many apples are required for this recipe?
You will need 1 1/2 cups of chopped apples.
Do the apples need to be peeled?
Yes, the apples should be peeled and chopped.
Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, the recipe allows for the use of either softened butter or margarine in the cake batter.
What type of milk can be used in this recipe?
You can use either regular milk or half-and-half cream.
How many eggs are needed?
The recipe calls for 2 beaten eggs.
What size baking pan should I use?
A 9-inch square baking pan is recommended.
How much all-purpose flour is required?
The recipe uses 1 cup of sifted all-purpose flour.
How much brown sugar is used in the cake batter?
The cake batter requires 1/2 cup of firmly packed brown sugar.
How much brown sugar is used in the topping?
The topping requires 3/4 cup of brown sugar.
Is cinnamon used in both the cake and the topping?
Yes, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon is used in the cake batter and 1 teaspoon is used in the topping.
How much baking powder is needed?
You will need 2 teaspoons of baking powder.
Is salt an ingredient in this cake?
Yes, the recipe includes 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
Are the walnuts mandatory for the topping?
No, the 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts is listed as an optional ingredient.
How long should I mix the batter?
Mix the batter on high speed for 2 minutes before adding the eggs.
How long should I beat the batter after adding eggs?
Beat for an additional 2 minutes after incorporating the eggs to ensure a fluffy texture.
When do I add the chopped apples?
Distribute the chopped apples over the batter after pouring it into the pan, pressing them slightly into the mix.
How do I test if the cake is done?
The cake is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Should the cake be served hot or cold?
The cake can be served warm or at room temperature after cooling slightly.
Is this recipe suitable for brunch?
Yes, it is ideal for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack.
What beverages pair well with this cake?
It pairs beautifully with a hot cup of coffee or tea.
Do I need to grease the pan?
Yes, you should grease the 9-inch square baking pan before pouring in the batter.
Is this considered an easy recipe?
Yes, the recipe is tagged as an easy recipe.
How many total ingredients are listed in the recipe?
There are 15 ingredients listed in the recipe.
How should the butter for the cake be prepared?
The butter or margarine for the cake batter should be softened.