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Apple Crumb Cake

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 9 squares
Calories 350
A delicious layered cake featuring tender apple chunks, a moist cake base, and a crunchy crumb topping, perfect for fall or any time you crave a sweet treat.

Ingredients

Cake Batter

  • 1 stick unsalted butter - softened
  • ⅔ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs eggs - room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 ½ cups all purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp kosher salt
  • 1 ½ cups apple peeled and cubed
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon

Crumb Topping

  • 1 stick unsalted butter melted and cooled
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • 1 ½ cups all purpose flour
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp salt

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch pan with parchment paper.
  • Cream butter and sugar, then add eggs and vanilla. Mix in sour cream and set aside.
  • Combine dry ingredients and mix into wet batter until just combined. Set aside.
  • Mix apples, cornstarch, and cinnamon. Prepare crumb topping by mixing all crumb ingredients until crumbly.
  • Assemble the cake: spread cake batter in pan, add apple layer, then top with crumb mixture. Bake for 45-50 minutes, cool, then dust with powdered sugar and cut into squares.

Notes

Ensure apples are evenly distributed for best flavor and texture.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: apple