Apple Squares or Apple Coffee Cake

Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of autumn with this Apple Squares or Apple Coffee Cake recipe. Featuring tender, cinnamon-spiced apples nestled in a buttery, golden-brown cake, this dessert (or breakfast treat!) is the perfect balance of sweetness and spice. Simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and melted butter come together with fresh, diced apples for a recipe that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. Optional ingredients like chopped walnuts add a delightful crunch, while a light dusting of powdered sugar makes for a beautifully elegant finish. Ready in under an hour, this versatile treat is ideal for cozy gatherings, holiday brunches, or satisfying sweet tooth cravings any time of day. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoy alongside a steaming mug of coffee for a truly irresistible experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, melted
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 3 cups Apples, peeled, cored, and diced
• 0.5 cups Chopped walnuts (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and sugar. Stir until smooth and creamy.

Step 3

Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and whisk until fully incorporated.

Step 4

In another bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.

Step 5

Slowly add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Gently fold in the diced apples and optional walnuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed in the batter.

Step 7

Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Allow the apple squares to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

Step 10

Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar, if desired. Cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1443.1 grams (1443.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3799

Total Fat 149.10g	191%
Saturated Fat 68.40g	342%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 630mg	210%
Sodium 1341mg	58%
Total Carbohydrate 593.60g	216%
Dietary Fiber 26.30g	94%
Total Sugars 378.50g
Protein 50.30g	101%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 216mg	17%
Iron 16mg	87%
Potassium 1333mg	28%

*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: 34.3%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 60.6%