Is Cinnamon Spicy?

It has to be the cinnamon that is considered the spice in this recipe. But, is cinnamon spicy?

I don’t think so. Not really sure why the recipe is called spicy.

The cake is very soft and moist. The cheese is an interesting addition.

I do think a nice sharp cheddar cheese goes very well with apples. I have seen many recipes that call for cheese in the crust of an apple pie. My husband thought it was strange, but I do think it goes pretty well.

Working the apples into a blossom pattern gives the cake a very nice appearance. They do cook well, so they are nice and soft.

The brown sugar and cinnamon combine to make a streusel of sorts on the top. And of course, the butter soaks into everything.

The cake was pretty quick in the preparation. I made this for a Saturday morning breakfast.

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SPICY APPLE COFFEE CAKE

2 Cups Sifted Flour

1 Tablespoon Granulated Sugar

3 Teaspoons Baking Powder

3/4 Teaspoon Salt

4 Tablespoons Shortening

1/2 Cup Grated Nippy Cheese

3/4 Cup Milk

3 Apples

1/3 Cup Brown Sugar

1/2 Teaspoon Cinnamon

1 Tablespoon Butter

Sift flour, sugar, baking powder and salt together. Cut in shortening and cheese. Add milk to make a soft dough. Turn onto a floured board and knead for 30 seconds. Pat out dough into a 9 inch round pan. Pare apples, core and slice thin. Arrange apples in a petal design over the top. Sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon. Dot with butter. Bake in a 425 degree oven for 25 minutes.