Delicious Apple Bacon Coffee Cake with Crispy Brown Butter Streusel Topping

Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors with this Apple Bacon Coffee Cake topped with a crunchy brown butter streusel. The combination of apples, bacon, and a hint of coffee in the cake creates a unique and delightful treat that is sure to impress your guests.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup brewed coffee, cooled
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup chopped apples
• 6 slices of cooked bacon, crumbled
• For Streusel Topping: 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, diced

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. Mix in sour cream, coffee, and vanilla extract. Gradually add the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
5. Fold in chopped apples and bacon. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
6. To make the streusel topping, combine flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl. Cut in cold butter using a pastry cutter until crumbly.
7. Sprinkle the streusel over the cake batter.
8. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9. Allow the cake to cool before serving. Enjoy a slice of this delicious coffee cake with a cup of coffee or tea.

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