Apple Cinnamon Coffee Cake

This Apple Cinnamon Coffee Cake is a moist, flavorful treat with warm cinnamon notes and a sweet glaze, perfect for breakfast or a snack with coffee!

Ingredients

For the Cake:

1 package white cake mix (2-layer size)
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup sour cream
3 eggs
¼ cup water
1 (21 oz) can apple pie filling

For the Glaze:

1 cup confectioners’ sugar
1 to 1½ tablespoons milk

Construction (Step-by-Step Instructions)

Prepare the Batter:
- In a large bowl, mix cake mix, cinnamon, sour cream, eggs, and water with an electric mixer until smooth.
Assemble the Cake:
- Pour batter into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Spoon the apple pie filling evenly over the top, covering the entire surface.
Bake:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Make the Glaze:
- Whisk together confectioners’ sugar and milk until smooth.
Finish the Cake:
- Let the cake cool slightly before drizzling the glaze over the top.
Serve & Enjoy!
- Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.

Variations

Nutty Crunch: Add chopped pecans or walnuts to the batter.
Caramel Apple Version: Drizzle with caramel sauce instead of glaze.
Spiced Twist: Add ½ teaspoon nutmeg or allspice for extra warmth.
From-Scratch Alternative: Use a homemade vanilla cake batter instead of a boxed mix.

Tips for the Best Cake

✔ Don’t overmix the batter to keep the cake light and fluffy.
✔ Let it cool before glazing so the glaze doesn’t melt completely.
✔ For extra apple flavor, chop up fresh apples and mix them into the batter.
✔ Pairs perfectly with coffee or tea!

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