Low Fat Cinnamon Coffee Cake

Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of this Low Fat Cinnamon Coffee Cake, a lighter twist on a classic treat that's perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a guilt-free dessert. Made with a blend of all-purpose and whole wheat flour, this moist cake is naturally sweetened with unsweetened applesauce and a touch of low-fat buttermilk, creating a tender crumb without the extra calories. A cinnamon-sugar walnut streusel layered throughout and sprinkled on top delivers irresistible sweetness and crunch in every bite. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, this healthier coffee cake is baked to soft perfection in under half an hour. Serve it warm to let the aromatic cinnamon shine, and enjoy it alongside your favorite cup of coffee or tea for a cozy, satisfying experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cups whole wheat flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 cup sugar
• 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup low-fat buttermilk
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 0.33 cup chopped walnuts

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9 inch square baking pan.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and 2 teaspoons of the cinnamon.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, combine the sugar, applesauce, vanilla extract, and eggs, whisking until well blended.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, and mixing until just combined.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, remaining 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and chopped walnuts.

Step 6

Pour half of the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.

Step 7

Sprinkle half of the brown sugar-cinnamon-walnut mixture over the batter in the pan.

Step 8

Pour the remaining batter over the top and spread evenly. Then, sprinkle with the remaining brown sugar-cinnamon-walnut mixture.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and allow to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Slice and serve warm for the best flavor, paired with a hot cup of coffee.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1043.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2523.5

Total Fat 41.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 382.0mg	0%
Sodium 2546.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 495.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.3g	0%
Total Sugars 296.1g
Protein 53.6g	0%

Vitamin D 207.0IU	0%
Calcium 556.6mg	0%
Iron 15.3mg	0%
Potassium 1338.5mg	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: 14.6%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 77.1%