Apple Coffee Cake Pizza is a delicious dessert-style pizza that combines the soft texture of coffee cake with sweet cinnamon apples and a buttery crumb topping. It’s perfect for brunch, tea time, fall gatherings, or dessert lovers who want something unique and cozy.
This recipe brings together the comfort of apple cake and the fun presentation of pizza in one easy-to-make treat.
❤️ Why You’ll Love Apple Coffee Cake Pizza
- ✔ Soft, cake-like base
- ✔ Sweet cinnamon apple topping
- ✔ Crunchy crumb layer
- ✔ Perfect for brunch & holidays
- ✔ Crowd-pleasing dessert
📝 Ingredients
For the Base
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup sugar
- ½ cup butter, melted
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Apple Topping
- 2 medium apples, peeled & thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
For the Crumb Topping
- ½ cup flour
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup cold butter (cubed)
👩🍳 How to Make Apple Coffee Cake Pizza
- Preheat oven
Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Grease a round pizza pan. - Prepare the batter
Mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, whisk sugar, butter, eggs, milk, and vanilla.
Combine both mixtures to form a smooth batter. - Spread the base
Spread batter evenly in the pizza pan. - Add apple topping
Toss apple slices with sugar and cinnamon. Arrange evenly on top. - Prepare crumb topping
Mix flour, brown sugar, and butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over apples. - Bake
Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden and set. - Cool & slice
Let cool slightly, then slice like pizza and serve.
🥗 Health Benefits
- Fiber from Apples
Apples support healthy digestion and provide natural sweetness. - Energy-Boosting Carbs
Perfect for breakfast or brunch energy. - Cinnamon Benefits
Cinnamon may help support balanced blood sugar levels.
💡 Tip: Use whole wheat flour and reduce sugar for a healthier version.
🍎 Variations
- Add chopped walnuts or pecans
- Drizzle with vanilla glaze
- Use caramel sauce for extra indulgence
- Turn into mini dessert pizzas
🍽 Serving Suggestions
- With hot coffee or tea
- As a fall brunch centerpiece
- Warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream
- Holiday breakfast treat
⭐ Pro Tips
- Use firm apples (like Granny Smith)
- Do not overmix the batter
- Serve slightly warm for best flavor
