Apple Crumb Cake
Apple Crumb Cake is a soft, moist cake filled with juicy apples and topped with an extra brown sugar cinnamon crumb topping. This perfect fall dessert holds a special place in my cookbook!
Ingredients
TOPPING
- 1 ¼ 150 g. cups all purpose flour
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ tablespoon ground cinnamon
- ½ cup 115 g. unsalted butter, melted
CAKE BATTER
- 2 cups 240 g. all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup 226 g. unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups peeled diced apples
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon all purpose flour
Glaze
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1-2 tablespoon milk
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
TO MAKE THE CRUMB TOPPING:
- Combine the brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a medium bowl. Stir in the melted butter, then mix in flour until crumbs form, using a fork . Do not overmix. Set aside.
TO MAKE THE CAKE BATTER:
- Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a mixing bowl.
- In a larger bowl, beat the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar - starting on low speed, then increasing to high - until smooth and creamy, about 3 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula.
- Add the egg and vanilla and beat until combined. Stir in the sour cream until smooth, scraping the sides of the bowl if necessary.
- Add half of the flour mixture and mix on low speed, then add the remaining flour and mix until a batter forms. Do not overmix.
- Toss the chopped apples, cinnamon and 1 teaspoon flour together. Fold the apples into the batter until evenly distributed. Spread the batter into the prepared pan.
- Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the batter and gently press it down with a rubber spatula.
- Bake for about 50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and let cool for about 30 minutes.
TO MAKE THE GLAZE:
- Whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla in a small bowl until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake. Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
- Make sure ingredients such as eggs, butter, and sour cream are at room temperature.
- Do not overmix the batter! Over-mixing can result in a dry and dense cake.
- Use a metal or glass baking pan. If you use a ceramic pan, the cake will take longer to bake.
How to store it?
Store the Apple Crumb Cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.Can I freeze it?
Yes, you can freeze it. Once baked and completely cooled, wrap the cake in plastic wrap, then place it in a container or freezer bag. Store in the freezer for 1–2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.Nutrition
Serving: 9gCalories: 277kcalCarbohydrates: 57gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.002gCholesterol: 36mgSodium: 398mgPotassium: 179mgFiber: 1gSugar: 55gVitamin A: 256IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 99mgIron: 1mg
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