This Caramel Apple Coffee Cake is the ultimate taste of fall! Loaded with fresh apples and topped with gooey caramel, this is one breakfast treat your family will ask for again and again!
So I’m officially not a new mom anymore. Not that there was really any question (our oldest is 11 and our youngest is 3)….but I feel like it’s finally hit me. Because any time I see a mom doing all the things new moms do, all I can think is “been there, done that.” And now….I’m kinda glad to be done with it.
Don’t get me wrong…there are things I LOVED about the new mom stage. There was something so special about experiencing everything for the first time and wanting to “do it all” with my kids. There was something magical about seasons and holidays and anything new.
And, looking back, I really did do a lot! Because, well, that’s what new moms do. Especially when it comes to fall. Between apple picking and pumpkin farms and leaf piles and Halloween, fall is packed with so many fun activities.
And back in the day? Fall was like my paradise! But I have to admit….now that I’m not a new mom anymore I’ve totally been slacking in the area of fall fun.
In fact, as my kids remind me regularly, I’m pretty sure we didn’t do ANY of it last year. No apple picking or pumpkin carving or hayrides or caramel apples. And even though I can kind of blame it on our busy schedule and the kids getting older, the reality is I kinda just dropped the ball. Because that’s what you do when you’re not a new mom.
But this year? I’m determined to be better. I want to do all the stuff of fall….starting with this Caramel Apple Coffee Cake. Sure, it might not be exactly the same as caramel apples, but it comes pretty darn close!
Between the fresh apples and the sweet caramel and the delicious streusel topping, it’s basically like dessert for breakfast. Which is NEVER a bad idea. My kids have loved my Peach Cobbler Coffee Cake and my Lemon Raspberry Coffee Cake, and this Caramel Apple Coffee Cake is no different.
In fact, they may even love it more because….CARAMEL! And because it gets us in the mood for fall. Whether you’re a new mom or not, you’re going to love this Caramel Apple Coffee Cake….and your kids will love it too! Happy Fall, everyone!
This Caramel Apple Coffee Cake is the ultimate taste of fall! Loaded with fresh apples and topped with gooey caramel, this is one breakfast treat your family will ask for again and again!
Caramel Apple Coffee Cake
Ingredients
Coffee Cake
Crumb Topping
Instructions
Crumble Topping
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 12
Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 330Total Fat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 47mgSodium: 231mgCarbohydrates: 52gFiber: 1gSugar: 30gProtein: 4g
June C Long says
Any suggestions on how to do it gluten free?
L says
Where is the caramel recipe ?
Cathy Trochelman says
I used a caramel topping, found in the ice cream section of the grocery store for this recipe.
Carole says
As usual, this looks awesome!! Can’t wait to try it.
Carole J. says
As usual, this looks awesome!! Can’t wait to try it.
Karen says
In directions, you do not say when to add egg and vanilla. Making this right now. Will post review later when out of oven.
Cathy Trochelman says
Sorry, Karen. I fixed the recipe to add these ingredients.
Jen says
I’m pretty sure I’m going to win a Mom award for making this for my boys for breakfast this weekend. Maybe they’ll be so happy, they’ll actually do a few chores without much complaining, haha!
Paula - bell'alimento says
I’m so excited for apple season and I adore coffee cake!
Dee says
I would love a big slice right now!
Standa says
I’ve got to try this.Thank you !
Abeer says
This is for sure a must make recipe!
Erin @ The Speckled Palate says
YES to all the fun fall activities and fall flavors and coffee cake like this! Seriously – so delish and perfect for this season!
Maryann Selders says
The recipe calls for one egg . However, the egg is not mentioned in the directions. When should it be added?
Cathy Trochelman says
Thanks for letting me know. I edited the recipe to add 🙂
Maryann Selders says
Also calls for vanilla but this too is not included in the directions.
Jessica | The Novice Chef says
Yeeaahhh. So I’m going toned to make this as soon as freaking possible! YUM!
Kissanime says
I will try this recipe tomorrow for my family. Thank you!
Charlene says
I want to make this but how do you make the caramel topping?
Beth says
Do you grease & flour the springform pan or not?
happy wheels says
I like to cook the dishes myself for my family. I’m always learning new recipes. Pay attention to the nutrition for my family meal
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Esther Robson says
I love the sound of this cake but where is the coffee?
Andrea says
Is there another pan I could use instead of a springform pan?
Marie says
Sounds delicious but why is there no mention of coffee in the ingredients for this “coffee cake”?
Ashley says
coffee cakes are light cakes to be paired with coffee rather than cakes with coffee in them
Michelle says
Hands down THE BEST CAKE I ever made, and I’ve been baking for 20 years! My family raved! I’ll make this again and again. Perfectly moist and flavorful inside and also perfectly topped. I didn’t even need to tweak the baking time. Thanks Cathy!
run 3 says
Great cake recipe, I made it your way and I have to say it is delicious, thank you
Cathy Trochelman says
So glad you enjoyed it!
Neil says
Sounds great, there is no coffee in the ingredients list, how much do I use and when do I add it?
Cathy Trochelman says
There’s actually no coffee in this recipe….it’s just a breakfast cake that’s often served with coffee 🙂
Ric Winters says
Is there another type of baking pan I can use, do not own a springform pan?
Cathy Trochelman says
you can use a 9×13 🙂
Kate Baumiller says
What Carmel topping? No recipe?
Cathy Trochelman says
I used a store bought caramel topping, you would find in the ice cream isle.
Asha Thampy says
Hi, your recipe looks great and i would like to try it. How do you make the caramel topping?
Cathy Trochelman says
I just used store bought caramel sundae topping!
Vicki says
What flavor of apples would you suggest using for this?
Cathy Trochelman says
I used Braeburn Apples, but any apples will work.
Marty Froman says
I made this yesterday for my family and everyone loved it. It was so moist and the caramel on top was a perfect addition. Your recipes are always delicious.