Thank you so much for visiting! If you love homemade desserts but don’t love spending hours in the kitchen, this Apple Pie Filling Coffee Cake is about to become your new favorite recipe. It has everything you love about classic apple pie and buttery coffee cake—but without making a pie crust from scratch.
With a simple box of white cake mix, creamy sour cream, sweet apple pie filling, and a silky vanilla glaze, this cozy cake comes together in just one bowl and one pan. It’s the perfect recipe for busy mornings, holiday brunches, afternoon coffee, or an easy family dessert.
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Overview of Recipe Content
This Apple Pie Filling Coffee Cake transforms a few simple pantry ingredients into a soft, buttery cake layered with tender cinnamon apples and finished with a sweet glaze that melts into every bite.
Because it starts with cake mix, it’s incredibly beginner-friendly while tasting completely homemade.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- One bowl recipe
- One baking pan
- Ready in about 40 minutes
- Uses cake mix for convenience
- Moist and buttery
- Loaded with apple pie filling
- Perfect for breakfast or dessert
- Great for holidays
What Does It Taste Like?
Imagine a tender vanilla coffee cake topped with warm cinnamon apples and finished with a delicate vanilla glaze. Every bite is soft, moist, buttery, and filled with comforting apple pie flavor.
Health & Nutritional Benefits
While this is definitely a dessert, making it at home allows you to:
- Control the glaze amount
- Add fresh fruit if desired
- Customize spices
- Enjoy freshly baked comfort food without preservatives
Ingredients
Coffee Cake
- 1 box (15.25 oz) white cake mix
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Apple Layer
- 1 can (21 oz) apple pie filling
Vanilla Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Add-Ins
- Chopped pecans
- Walnuts
- Cinnamon
- Caramel drizzle
Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
- Large mixing bowl
- 9×13-inch baking pan
- Rubber spatula
- Whisk
- Cooling rack
Suggested Variations
- Use spice cake mix instead of white cake mix.
- Add chopped fresh apples.
- Sprinkle cinnamon streusel on top.
- Add chopped walnuts or pecans.
- Finish with caramel sauce instead of glaze.
How to Make Apple Pie Filling Coffee Cake
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
Step 2
In a large bowl combine:
- White cake mix
- Sour cream
- Eggs
- Melted butter
- Vanilla
Mix until smooth.
Step 3
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
Step 4
Spoon the apple pie filling evenly over the batter.
Use the back of a spoon to distribute the apples without fully mixing them into the cake.
Step 5
Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the cake is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 6
While the cake cools slightly, whisk together:
- Powdered sugar
- Milk
- Vanilla
Drizzle generously over the warm cake.
Allow the glaze to soak into the top before serving.
What to Serve with Apple Pie Filling Coffee Cake
This cake pairs beautifully with:
- Hot coffee
- Chai latte
- Vanilla ice cream
- Fresh whipped cream
- Hot apple cider
- Caramel sauce
- Fresh berries
- Cinnamon tea
Tips for Making It Perfect
- Don’t overmix the batter.
- Use full-fat sour cream for maximum moisture.
- Spread the apple filling evenly.
- Glaze while the cake is still warm.
- Allow the cake to cool slightly before slicing.
Storage Instructions
Room Temperature
Store covered for up to 2 days.
Refrigerator
Keeps fresh for 5 days.
Freezer
Freeze individual slices for up to 3 months.
Thaw overnight before serving.
General Information
Coffee cakes have been a cherished part of American baking for generations. Unlike traditional cakes, they’re designed to be enjoyed alongside a hot cup of coffee or tea rather than as a heavily frosted dessert. This shortcut version combines the comforting flavors of apple pie with the convenience of a cake mix, making it perfect for busy home bakers who still want homemade flavor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use yellow cake mix?
Yes! Yellow or butter cake mix both work wonderfully.
Can I use homemade apple pie filling?
Absolutely. About 2½ cups of homemade filling is perfect.
Can I add nuts?
Yes. Pecans and walnuts pair beautifully with apples.
Can I make it ahead?
Yes. Bake it a day ahead and glaze before serving if desired.
Can I freeze it?
Yes. Freeze slices individually for easy breakfasts or desserts.
Conclusion
This Apple Pie Filling Coffee Cake delivers everything you love about homemade apple desserts with almost none of the effort. Soft, buttery cake, warm cinnamon apples, and a silky vanilla glaze come together in one pan for a dessert that’s perfect any time of year.
Whether you’re serving it for brunch, afternoon coffee, or dessert, this easy cake is sure to disappear quickly.
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Nutritional Information
Approximate per serving (12 servings)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 295 kcal |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Carbohydrates | 42 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| Saturated Fat | 6 g |
| Unsaturated Fat | 5 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
| Cholesterol | 58 mg |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 26 g |
| Sodium | 290 mg |
Apple Pie Filling Coffee Cake – The Easiest Cake Mix Coffee Cake You’ll Ever Make
- Total Time: 40 Minutes
- Yield: 12 Servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
A quick and easy Apple Pie Filling Coffee Cake made with white cake mix, sour cream, apple pie filling, and vanilla glaze.
Ingredients
1 box white cake mix 1 cup sour cream 3 large eggs 1/2 cup melted butter 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 can apple pie filling 1 cup powdered sugar 2 tablespoons milk 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Mix cake mix, sour cream, eggs, butter, and vanilla. Spread batter into a greased 9×13-inch pan. Top evenly with apple pie filling. Bake for 30–35 minutes. Mix glaze ingredients. Drizzle over warm cake before serving.
Notes
Use full-fat sour cream for the richest texture. Delicious served warm with coffee or vanilla ice cream.
- Prep Time: 10 Minutes
- Cook Time: 30 Minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Slice
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 58mg
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