A delightful spiced apple coffee cake, perfect for gatherings or a cozy treat.
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and grease a baking pan.
Greasing the pan ensures the cake doesn't stick, making it easier to remove.
In a mixing bowl, cream together the brown sugar, eggs, and shortening until smooth.
Creaming helps incorporate air into the mixture, resulting in a lighter cake.
Add the brewed coffee to the creamed mixture and mix until combined.
Ensure the coffee is cool to prevent cooking the eggs.
Sift together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, allspice, clove, and salt.
Sifting helps remove lumps and evenly distributes the spices.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
Avoid overmixing to keep the cake tender.
Fold in the diced apples and raisins gently.
Folding prevents breaking the apple pieces and keeps the batter airy.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
Tap the pan gently on the counter to release air bubbles.
Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Check the cake a few minutes before the time to avoid overbaking.
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Cooling prevents the cake from breaking when removed from the pan.
Slice and serve the cake. Enjoy it with a cup of coffee or tea.
For an extra touch, dust the top with powdered sugar before serving.
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