Life is a mystery.
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Just when you begin to think that there is nothing left to look forward to, God places little blessings to remind us that there is still something greater to seek after.
Sometimes, it is just a hopeful sign of what might come to fruition in the near future. That sign gives us hope to hold on a little longer, keep going forward and never look back.
Other times, it is just a small present. Something that brings us a little bit of joy and renews our faith in life’s mystery- even if it is just for one moment. I have come to accept that those small moments in life, that come once in a while, are worth waiting for.
Which brings me to this delicious morning cake. It is truly one of those small gifts in life that is sure to bring a smile to your face. There is nothing more comforting on these still winter mornings than a cup of coffee and slice of warm apple cake.
It seems like since the holidays have ended the winter is just dragging on now. Keep your eyes open to all the small wonders around you. Spring is slowly sneaking its way through the cracks and I can hardly wait until it breaks through this cold spell.
Morning Apple Cake
Apples:
2 apples – peeled, cored, and chopped
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
For the cake:
1½ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/3 cup vegetable oil
2 eggs
½ cup sour cream
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
For the crumble:
3 tablespoons butter
¼ cup flour
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
For the icing:
¼ cup confectioner’s sugar
1-2 tablespoons milk
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9-inch cake pan.
In a small bowl, combine apples, cinnamon, sugars and vanilla. Set aside and let sit.
In the bowl of your stand mixer, blend together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt and sugar. Add oil and beat until a thick batter forms. Add eggs, sour cream and vanilla until the batter becomes smooth.
Fold apples into the batter and pour into prepared cake pan.
In a small bowl, combine all ingredients for crumble. Sprinkle generously over the cake and bake for about 25 minutes or until cake tester comes out clean. Transfer to a wire rack and let cool for about 10 minutes, before transferring to a cake plate otherwise the cake will continue cooking in the pan.
Once completely cool, mix confectioner’s sugar and milk. Start with 1 tablespoon of milk. If the icing seems too thick and pasty add more milk as needed. Note that you want the icing just thick enough to set and harden. Drizzle of the cake.
Serve & Enjoy!
Toodles,
Tammy<3
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FABBY'S LIVING says
Yummy! I love everything APPLE! Thank you for sharing this great récipe.
FABBY
Angie Schneider says
That streusel topping is irresistible! Thanks for sharing, Tammy.
Happy a wonderful weekend!
Angie
Silvia Brisigotti says
Wow!!!
Kim G. says
Yum Yum Tammy! I would love to have a piece of this cake right now:)
HOOTIN ANNI says
I'm a sucker for anything sweet!!! And this looks scrumptious. I'd say this "takes the cake"...but I won't!! Definitely gonna have to try this out.
Lenia says
You are absolutely right,dear!Wonderful thoughts,mouthwatering cake!
Hugs!
Nee says
Just delicious Tammy , so moist thanks for sharing :0
Alison Agnew says
my mouth is watering
thinking about waking up
to this cake!
thank you for sharing
at Fridays Unfolded!
Alison
Nancherrow
Gloria Baker says
I love This cake!! I want one for the morning breakfast:)) can you send me a Little piece ? lol
Rosita Vargas says
Que lindo color està irresistible este cake,abrazos.
Medeja says
I would never say No to apple cake 🙂 morning or with afternoon tea..it really looks delicious.
Chatty Crone says
That is so pretty - I can see the thin apple slices in there and it looks yummy! sandie
Liz Berg says
Oh, how I LOVE apple cake! I could eat Tammy's for breakfast, lunch and dinner...it looks amazing!!! I hope you both are having a terrific weekend!!!
Amy at Ms. Toody Goo Shoes says
A great reminder about the little things in life, Tammy! I can't wait for spring already! I love apple cakes, and boy, a piece right now with a cup of coffee sounds awfully good! Pinning!
Elzbieta Hester says
Apple cakes are my favorites! Always looking for new recipes, thanks for sharing this one...it looks just perfect! 🙂 ela
Maureen | Orgasmic Chef says
I'm not ready for winter, thank you very much. I'll keep summer down here for a little while longer, okay?
I love fresh apple cake and I could even eat this one in the afternoon. 🙂
Barbara says
I do love cakes with sour cream in them...makes them so moist. This is a marvelous recipe; so wish I had some for breakfast right now!
T.W. Barritt at Culinary Types says
Such a lovely picture to great my Sunday morning! I can just smell the delicious aroma!
Sandee says
Okay Tammy, I'll be right over for a piece of that and some coffee. What a great way to start ones day.
Have a fabulous Sunday you two. Big hugs. ♥♥♥
~~louise~~ says
I have come to accept that those small moments in life also Tammy. They warm the heart and soul:) If I seem like I'm in a rush, that's because I'm headed to the kitchen to bake up this cake for Marion. This weather has her feeling her age and is giving her a bit of claustrophobia. I think this apple cake is just what the doctor ordered! Thank you so much for making our day brighter...
Walking on Sunshine says
These looks like the perfect dessert for me! Thanks Tammy! Thank you for joining Foodie Friends Friday!
Zainab Mansaray says
Looks as a perfect morning cake Tammy!! And I agree with you, we do need to keep our eye out there for the little things and signs 🙂
MonuTeena RecipesPassion says
Pass me 🙂 it's morning here; want to have this with tea 😛
manu says
Yummy cake!!!
Have a nice day
David says
Tammy, This is one of my all time favorite coffee cakes. Moist and sweet... All I need now is a cup of coffee... Thanks and Take Care, Big Daddy Dave
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes says
Love this and wish I had a slice of it this morning! Thanks for linking up to Freedom Fridays! I've pinned this and shared it on my FB page 🙂
Deborah L Melian says
I really enjoyed your Morning Apple recipe that you shared at my Shine a Spotlight Linky Party this week. Perfect for any weekday/weekend morning. Pinned it! Thanks for stopping by and sharing and be sure to stop by again on Saturday. Your recipe might be one of my featured posts!—Deb at DialMforMoms.com