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Apple Crumb Cake

A warm and comforting Apple Crumb Cake made with spiced apples and a crunchy crumb topping, perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour 250 g
  • 1 cup granulated sugar 200 g
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar 100 g
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 227 g
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk 120 ml
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups apples, peeled and diced about 4 medium apples
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats 50 g
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional) 75 g
Drizzle Ingredients
  • 1 cup powdered sugar 120 g
  • 2 tablespoons milk 30 ml
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon for drizzle

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the milk until fully combined.
  4. In another bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in the diced apples until evenly distributed.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top for a neat finish.
Crumb Topping
  1. In a small bowl, combine the rolled oats, chopped nuts (if using), and a bit of sugar to create the crumb topping. Sprinkle it generously over the batter.
Baking
  1. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. While your cake is baking, prepare the drizzle by mixing the powdered sugar, milk, and cinnamon until smooth and creamy.
  3. Once the cake has cooled slightly, drizzle the glaze on top before serving.

Notes

Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. A sprinkle of additional cinnamon or chopped nuts on top makes for a lovely presentation. Pair with hot coffee or spiced apple cider.