Fresh Apple Coffee Cake with Essence of Orange and Cranberries

Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of autumn with this Fresh Apple Coffee Cake, delicately infused with the zesty essence of orange and studded with sweet-tart dried cranberries. This tender, moist cake combines freshly diced apples, creamy Greek yogurt, and cozy cinnamon spice, creating the perfect harmony of texture and taste. A buttery streusel topping adds a delightful crunch with every bite, making this dessert—or breakfast treat—irresistibly satisfying. Ready in just over an hour, this recipe is ideal for holiday gatherings or casual brunches. Serve it warm with a dusting of powdered sugar for a charming, bakery-style finish. Perfect for apple season, this coffee cake is a must-bake for fans of fruit-forward desserts!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon fresh orange zest
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 2 cups fresh apples, peeled and diced
• 0.75 cup dried cranberries
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour (for streusel)
• 0.25 cup light brown sugar (for streusel)
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for streusel)
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed (for streusel)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round or square baking pan. Set aside.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the 2.5 cups of all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the orange zest and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 5

Mix in the Greek yogurt until smooth. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Fold in the diced apples and dried cranberries gently with a spatula.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.

Step 8

To prepare the streusel topping, combine 0.5 cup of all-purpose flour, 0.25 cup of light brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon in a small bowl.

Step 9

Cut in the cold, cubed butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 10

Sprinkle the streusel evenly over the cake batter.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 12

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 13

Serve warm or at room temperature. Optional: Dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1776.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5099.4

Total Fat 209.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 127.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 905.7mg	0%
Sodium 3053.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 740.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.5g	0%
Total Sugars 428.1g
Protein 77.8g	0%

Vitamin D 118.5IU	0%
Calcium 635.3mg	0%
Iron 18.5mg	0%
Potassium 1650.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.5%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 57.4%