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    Home » Fall

    Apple Sour Cream Cake

    Published: Aug 22, 2022 by Taleen Benson · This post may contain affiliate links · Any nutrition info provided is estimated and will vary based on the brands used or with any substitutions · 2 Comments

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    This apple sour cream cake is SO moist and delicious. Topped with a gooey cinnamon crumble, this is the perfect coffee cake to enjoy on a chilly fall day.

    Sliced apple sour cream cake on parchment paper.

    If you're a fan of this cake, you need to try my apple cider bundt cake, apple cider donuts, apple cobbler, and air fryer apple fritters!

    This coffee cake is giving me all of the cozy fall vibes! It's packed with ton of cinnamon apple flavor, and pairs perfectly with a warm cup of coffee in the morning.

    While I don't discriminate when it comes to fall flavors, I think apple is pretty far up there on my list of favorites. So you just know this cake is packed with lots of fresh apple chunks!

    And then of course there's the sour cream. Just like with my chocolate bundt cake, this ingredient really adds so much richness and moisture. It's irresistible!

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    • Why You'll Love This Recipe
    • Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
    • Step-By-Step Instructions
    • Expert Tips
    • Frequently Asked Questions
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    Stack of three slices of apple sour cream cake.

    Why You'll Love This Recipe

    • Did I mention this cake is extra soft and super moist? We can thank the sour cream for that.
    • It's a super easy recipe and perfect to quickly whip up before a fall brunch or dinner party.
    • That cinnamon topping on top. Just three ingredients: butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon. What's not to love about that combination?

    Ingredient Notes and Substitutions

    • Gluten free flour: My favorite gluten free flour blend is Bob's Red Mill 1 to 1. If you're using a different blend, make sure it contains xanthan gum. And because this is a cup for cup flour, you should be able to substitute AP flour if you're not looking to make this cake gluten free.
    • Baking powder and baking soda: Make sure your leavening agents are fresh! Otherwise the cake won't rise. Here's an easy way to test it out.
    • Sour cream: This really is one of the stars of this recipe and adds some delicious richness, so make sure you're using full-fat sour cream. I wouldn't recommend substituting this ingredient with anything else. It simply won't be the same.
    • Apples: I used 2 small Honeycrisp apples for this recipe, but you should be able to use just about any kind you want!
    • Brown sugar: I recommend light brown sugar for the crumble topping, but dark brown will work just fine too.
    Close-up of a slice of apple cake.

    Step-By-Step Instructions

    STEP ONE: Start by combining your dry ingredients in a medium bowl. Whisk it all up, then set aside.

    STEP TWO: Use your mixer to cream the butter with the sugar until it's smooth.

    Dry ingredients in a bowl with a whisk.
    Creamed butter and sugar in a bowl.
    Wet ingredients in a bowl.

    STEP THREE: Add in the sour cream and vanilla, and continue mixing until it's all incorporated.

    STEP FOUR: Add the dry ingredients and mix on low speed.

    STEP FIVE: Fold in the diced apples.

    Cake batter in a bowl.
    Cake batter with diced apples mixed in.

    STEP SIX: Make the cinnamon topping by combining the three ingredients in a small bowl.

    STEP SEVEN: Transfer the cake batter into a lined pan, then sprinkle the topping on top. Bake for 35-40 minutes.

    Cinnamon crumble topping in a bowl.
    Cake batter topped with cinnamon topping in a square pan.

    Expert Tips

    • My top tip when it comes to baking, and especially gluten free baking, is to use a scale to weigh your flour. This is the only way to ensure accuracy, and too much (or too little) flour can really impact your cake.
    • I like to use a fork to combine the brown sugar, cinnamon, and butter for the topping. You can use your hands, too. You just want to make sure the butter is really getting incorporated.
    • The suggested bake time is 35-40 minutes, but because all ovens are different, I recommend checking in around the 35 minute mark. You'll know the cake is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
    Close-up of a slice of apple cake.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can I make this apple cake dairy free?

    Unfortunately, I'm unsure how you would make this cake dairy free because the sour cream is a big part of this recipe.

    Can I freeze this cake?

    Yes! You can slice up and freeze this cake for up to 3 months.

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    Apple Sour Cream Cake

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    A deliciously rich and moist coffee cake that's perfect for fall!
    Course Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine American
    Keyword apple, cinnamon, fall, sour cream
    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 35 mins
    Total Time 50 mins
    Servings 12 servings
    Calories 276
    Author Taleen Benson

    Ingredients

    • 1 ⅔ cups (246g) gluten free flour blend
    • 2 teaspoons baking powder
    • ½ teaspoon baking soda
    • ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
    • ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter room temperature
    • ⅔ cup (133g) granulated sugar
    • ¾ cup (170g) sour cream room temperature
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1 cup (85g) apples peeled and diced

    Cinnamon topping

    • ⅔ cup (133g) light brown sugar packed
    • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
    • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter softened

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line an 8" square baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.
    • In a large bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together. Set aside.
      1 ⅔ cups (246g) gluten free flour blend, 2 teaspoons baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
    • Using a hand mixer or a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the butter with the sugar until smooth. Add the sour cream and vanilla and beat to combine.
      ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, ⅔ cup (133g) granulated sugar, ¾ cup (170g) sour cream, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • Add the dry ingredients and beat on low speed until combined. Fold in the diced apples.
      1 cup (85g) apples
    • In a separate bowl, combine the brown sugar, cinnamon, and butter to make the topping.
      ⅔ cup (133g) light brown sugar, 2 teaspoons cinnamon, 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
    • Transfer the cake batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle the cinnamon topping evenly on top. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before removing.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 276kcal

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    Comments

    1. Fran Arnold says

      August 26, 2022 at 8:38 am

      is there a substitute that is dairy free other than sour cream? Thanks

      Reply
      • Taleen Benson says

        August 26, 2022 at 8:50 am

        Hi Fran, I haven't tested it myself but you can try your favorite non-dairy yogurt. Anything with a thicker consistency similar to sour cream or Greek yogurt should work.

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