Best 5 Apple Pear Coffee Cake Recipes

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Indulge your senses with the tantalizing aroma of freshly baked Apple Pear Coffee Cake, a delightful treat that harmonizes the sweet and juicy flavors of apples and pears with a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg. This delectable cake features a moist and tender crumb, generously studded with crisp apple and pear pieces, while the cinnamon streusel topping adds a touch of crunchy sweetness in every bite. This recipe also includes variations for a gluten-free option and a streusel-free version, catering to diverse dietary preferences. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this easy-to-follow recipe will guide you through the steps of creating this irresistible coffee cake, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as an afternoon snack. Join us on a culinary journey as we explore the delightful flavors and textures of this classic coffee cake, with options to suit every palate and dietary need.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

APPLE PEAR COFFEE CAKE



Apple Pear Coffee Cake image

A friend gave me this apple pear coffee cake recipe to make for a breakfast I was hosting. The pan was empty before the breakfast was over! It's one of my most-requested recipes, probably because it's a bit different. -Joanne Hoschette, Paxton, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup sour cream
1-1/4 cups chopped peeled apples
1/2 cup chopped peeled pear
TOPPING:
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons cold butter
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with sour cream. Fold in apples and pear. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and cinnamon. Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in pecans. Sprinkle over batter. , Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 35-40 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 342mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

APPLE, PEAR, AND CRANBERRY COFFEE CAKE



Apple, Pear, and Cranberry Coffee Cake image

Provided by Jeff Hertzberg, M.D.

Categories     Cake     Dessert     Thanksgiving     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Cranberry     Apple     Pear

Yield Makes 1 Coffee Cake

Number Of Ingredients 15

For the streusel topping:
1 cup oats
3/4 cup white rice flour
1 cup brown sugar, well packed
1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
1/2 cup melted unsalted butter
Pinch of ground cinnamon
For the cake:
1 pound (grapefruit-size portion) Apple Cider Brioche
Unsalted butter, for greasing the pan
2 small apples (1 tart and 1 sweet), thinly sliced
1 pear, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons brown sugar
Grated zest of half an orange
1 1/2 cups streusel topping (above)

Steps:

  • Prepare the topping:
  • Combine all streusel ingredients in a bowl and mix until the butter is incorporated. Do not overmix-you want a crumbly texture. Set aside.
  • Assemble the cake:
  • Grease an 8- inch round spring-form pan with butter. Set aside.
  • Toss the apples, pear, brown sugar, and zest together in a small bowl and set aside.
  • Dust the surface of the refrigerated dough with flour and cut off a 1-pound (grapefruit-size) piece. Divide the dough in two equal pieces, dust with more flour and quickly shape them into rough balls.
  • Press the first piece of dough into the spring-form pan.
  • Top with half of the apple and pear mixture, then sprinkle half of the streusel topping over it. Repeat with the next layer of dough, apple and pear mixture, and streusel.
  • Allow the cake to rest for 60 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Bake the cake in the middle of the oven for 55 minutes.
  • Allow to sit for about 15 minutes, then remove it from the spring-form pan.
  • Allow to cool before serving.

PEAR AND APPLE COFFEE CAKE



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The mix of apples, pears and sour cream gives this coffee cake a moist texture. -Debbie Vanni, Libertyville, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened, divided
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup sour cream
1 medium apple, peeled and finely chopped
1 medium pear, peeled and finely chopped
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 13x9-in. baking pan. In a large bowl, cream 1/2 cup butter and the sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with sour cream, beating well after each addition. Fold in apple and pear. Transfer to prepared pan. , For topping, combine brown sugar, remaining 2 tablespoons butter and the cinnamon in a small bowl; mix with a fork until crumbly. Stir in nuts. Sprinkle over batter. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 30-35 minutes. Cool slightly in pan on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395 calories, Fat 18g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 269mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

EASY APPLE/PEAR COFFEE CAKE



EASY APPLE/PEAR COFFEE CAKE image

Categories     Cake     Fruit     Breakfast     Bake     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup butter or shortening
3/4 cup sugar
1 1/2 cups flour
1 tsp vanilla
4 chopped apples or pears
1 egg
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup buttermilk
Streusel Topping
1/4 cup flour
1/3 cup sugar
3 Tablespoons cold butter
1 tsp cinnamon
Combine above and sprinkle on top

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients and spread dough into large Pyrex baking dish 8"x8" if not doubling or quadrupling. Bake at 375 for 30-45 minutes (or more).

APPLE-PEAR COFFEE CAKE



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Make and share this Apple-Pear Coffee Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by breezermom

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h10m

Yield 15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 (8 ounce) carton sour cream
1 1/4 cups cooking apples, peeled and finely chopped (about 2 apples)
3/4 cup pear, peeled and finely chopped (about 1 pear)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
1/2 cup pecans, chopped
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Cream the butter; gradually add sugar, beating well at medium speed of an electric mixer. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add to the creamed mixture alternately with the sour cream, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix after each addition. Fold in apple and pear. Stir in vanilla.
  • Spread the batter in a greased 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking pan.
  • Combine 1 cup brown sugar, pecans, 2 tbsp butter, and cinnamon; sprinkle evenly over the batter.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 45 to 50 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Tips:

  • For a sweeter cake, use more ripe apples and pears.
  • If you don't have a coffee cake pan, you can use a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  • To make a gluten-free cake, use gluten-free flour.
  • To make a dairy-free cake, use dairy-free milk and butter.
  • For a vegan cake, use a flax egg (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed + 3 tablespoons water) instead of an egg, and use dairy-free milk and butter.
  • To make a healthier cake, use whole wheat flour and reduce the amount of sugar.
  • For a more decadent cake, add a layer of cream cheese frosting or whipped cream.
  • To make a festive cake, decorate it with sprinkles, chopped nuts, or fresh fruit.

Conclusion:

Apple pear coffee cake is a delicious and versatile breakfast or dessert recipe. With its moist crumb, sweet apples and pears, and crunchy streusel topping, it's sure to please everyone at your table. Whether you're looking for a classic recipe or something new and exciting, this apple pear coffee cake is sure to be a hit. So next time you're in the mood for a sweet treat, give this recipe a try!

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