Apple Crumb Cake with Cinnamon Apple Drizzle
Apple Crumb Cake with Cinnamon Apple Drizzle is a heartwarming dessert that brings together the comforting essence of cinnamon and juicy apples in a delightful cake. Ideal for any occasion, this moist cake features a crunchy crumb topping and a luscious cinnamon drizzle that elevates each bite. Whether served warm with ice cream, at room temperature with coffee, or chilled as a sweet snack, it’s versatile enough to satisfy any craving. This homemade treat showcases fresh ingredients, ensuring every slice bursts with flavor and warmth.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 2 cups peeled, diced apples
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup flour
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ cup cold butter, cubed
- 1 apple, peeled and finely diced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ cup water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and sour cream/yogurt.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture and fold in diced apples.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and prepare the crumb topping by mixing brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and cold butter until crumbly; sprinkle over the batter.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before serving with the cinnamon apple drizzle made by simmering diced apple, butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and water until thickened.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg